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  2025 AFL Barwon Community Awards Event

  Join us at Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong on Wednesday, November 12th, for an evening dedicated to celebration, appreciation, and the recognition of outstanding contributions to football and netball.

  The AFL Barwon Community Awards were created to shine a spotlight on the unsung heroes who make the AFL Barwon community thrive. Whether you’re a passionate supporter, a committed coach, a devoted umpire, or a selfless volunteer, the AFL Barwon Community Awards is your opportunity to come together and applaud the exceptional achievements of the year.

  Tickets are $25 which includes canapés and a welcome drink upon arrival for all guests.

  Tickets can be purchased from the below link.

  Purchase Tickets Here

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  2026 Bellarine FNL, Colac & District FNL & Geelong FNL Dates

  AFL Barwon has confirmed key dates for the 2026 season across its senior football and netball competitions, promising another exciting year of community sport.

  The Geelong Football Netball League (GFNL) will kick off on Saturday, 18 April, with the season culminating in the Grand Final on Friday, 25 September. Notably, Leopold v St Joseph’s will again be played at Lorne on Easter Saturday, continuing a popular tradition.

  The Bellarine Football Netball League (BFNL) starts earlier, with Round 1 on Saturday, 4 April, and the Grand Final scheduled for Saturday, 19 September.

  The Colac & District Football Netball League (CDFNL) will have a slightly adjusted schedule. Alvie v Irrewarra-Beeac will kick off on Saturday, 28 March, bringing their Round 4 fixture forward, while two Good Friday games —Lorne v Apollo Bay and Colac Imperials v Alvie will also be played. All other CDFNL clubs will start their season on Saturday, 11 April, ahead of the Grand Final on Saturday, 19 September.

  Fixture requests have been sought from clubs to support the commencement of fixtures to be created.

  Start dates for all other AFL Barwon competitions, including Senior Female Football, All Abilities, Junior Football and Netball, will be communicated in the coming weeks.

• AGM Dates Confirmed

  The confirmed dates for the upcoming Annual General Meetings are as follows:

  Bellarine Football Netball League (BFNL) and Geelong Football Netball League (GFNL) 

  AGM Date: Wednesday, 26 November 2025
  Time: Geelong FNL (6.00pm), Bellarine FNL (6.30pm)
  Format: Virtual (meeting link and agenda will be distributed closer to the date)

   

  AFL Barwon AGM

  The AFL Barwon Football & Netball Commission AGM will be held on Wednesday 25 February 2026.

• AFL Barwon HQ Closures

  Please note the AFL Barwon office will be closed on the following dates:

  • Friday, October 31

  • Monday, November 3

  • Tuesday, November 4

  Staff hours may vary across this period, and responses may be delayed accordingly.

• BFNL & GFNL Life Membership Nominations

  We are seeking nominations from clubs for BFNL & GFNL Life Membership.

  The criteria for nomination for Geelong FNL or Bellarine FNL Life Membership are that the nominee must have:

  • held the position of Football Club President, Secretary or Treasurer with 10 years accumulated service in any of the three roles. This would also include service for a continuous period in a combination of any of the three positions or
  • provided 15 years continuous service directly for either league or
  • held the position of chairperson of Netball section of a Club serving for 10 continuous years
  • and offered the service voluntarily

  To nominate, please fill in the below form. 

  Nominate Here

• Vacancy | Netball Competition Coordinator

  AFL Barwon are seeking an enthusiastic, and motivated person(s) to coordinate the AFL Barwon Junior Netball midweek competitions.

  The Netball Competition Coordinator is primarily responsible for managing and coordinating all onsite venue requirements for the AFL Barwon Junior Netball midweek competitions. The AFL Barwon Junior Netball competitions are run across Tuesday and Friday evenings at multiple venues.

  The successful applicant will be responsible for liaising with key stakeholders, clubs, netball umpires, AFL Barwon staff and other valuable groups present at our midweek competitions. 

  Read More

Commercial Partnerships

• Gilbert Club Web Shop

  AFL Barwon Clubs have exclusive access to the Gilbert Club Web Shop where members receive special benefits and offer when they register. 

  Sign up today via the button below with your club email and get set up for the season with Gilbert. 

  Register Here

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  AFLW Round 12 Ticket Offer

  Geelong Cats are excited to share an exclusive ticketing offer to AFL Barwon Junior Clubs to the Round 12 match of the 2025 NAB AFLW Season, Geelong v Melbourne at GMHBA Stadium with a special discounted rate of $5 Adult General Admission tickets.

  Kids under 18 have FREE entry. 

  Purchase Tickets here

Club Development

• Available Grants

  2025 Junior and Youth Girls Uniform Grant

  The AFL, thanks to Fanatics, has launched the 2025 Junior and Youth Girls Uniform Grants Program – with a share in $250,000 available to support uniforms for junior and youth girls. Clubs and Umpires

  Clubs can apply for up to $3,000, while Leagues can apply for up to $10,000 to provide specially cut uniforms helping girls feel comfortable, confident, and included on the field.

  Applications open 27/10/25 and close at 11.59pm on the 24/11/25

  Apply now at  https://afl.smartygrants.com.au/junioryouthgirlsuniformgrant2025 

  Video here - https://play.afl/clubhelp/women-girls/grants

   

  SRV Regional All Abilities Participation Grants

  Supports grassroots sport and active recreation clubs and community-based not-for-profit organisations, to enable ongoing, sustainable, and meaningful participation for people with disability in regional Victoria.

  Grant amount: up to $25,000 / category. Open: October 1 2025 / Close: 19 November 2025.

  For more information - All Abilities funding

   

  Local Sports infrastructure Fund

  The Victorian State Government has recently announced the opening of their Local Sports Infrastructure Fund for 2025/26.

  This program has 3 funding streams available for funding each with a different maximum grant amounts available.

  • Community Facilities
  • Lighting
  • Planning

  As per any Sport and Recreation Victoria Facilities grant, only LGA's are eligible to apply, with applications closing at 5pm, 2 December, 2025.

  Can I encourage you to reach out to their Local council contact to discuss any projects that fit the criteria.

  Our recommendation is that these discussions should occur sooner rather than later, as most LGA's will formalise a list to present to Sport and Recreation Victoria prior to starting any applications.

   

  SRV 2026-27 Country Football Netball Program

  The current round of SRV Country Football Netball Program is open and will close at 5pm Thursday February 26, 2026

  See the Link for more information on this State Government program (up to $250k per LGA).

  This program is available to AFL Victoria Country affiliated clubs with only LGA's are eligible to apply. Clubs are encouraged to speak to their local council contact to discuss potential projects that may be eligible for submission in either of the two available SRV funding programs.

   

  Sporting Club Grants Program

  The Sporting Club Grants Program provides access to funding to address barriers in participation, develop safe and sustainable practices and build social and active local communities. There are a range of program outcomes including the ability to implement good governance practices or purchase uniforms.

  Open: 23 October 2025. Close: 26 November 2025.

  For more information and to apply refer here

• Get Active Kids Vouchers - Club registration

  Registrations are now open for sporting clubs and organisations to become a Get Active Kids Activity Provider ahead of round 9 of the Get Active Kids Voucher Program, opening in October clubs and sporting organisations can register as a provider, which allows families to sign up their kids by used the voucher up front and reducing out-of-pocket expenses.

  Important Dates

  • Round 9 applications open: 10am 15th October 2025
  • Round 9 applications close: 13 November 2025 (or earlier if the budget allocation is fully exhausted)
  • Voucher expiry date: 31 December 2025

  More Information found here

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  Club Development Contact

  Any queries regarding these articles can be directed to:

  Tim Secombe

  AFL Barwon Club Development Lead 

  0417 665 173

  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Coaching

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  2026 Football Coaching Registrations Open

  Coach Accreditations open for Season 2026 from November 1, please find below document outlining required steps for NEW & RETURNING community coaches to register for upcoming season along with coach support & education offerings available to you and your club. AFL Victoria Coach Renewal & Community Club Education.

  2026 Offerings can be found here

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  2026 Football Coaching Upgrading Courses

  A range of offerings are available for coaches to upgrade

  their current accreditation status over the upcoming

  post-season period is now available and can be found below

  Find available offerings here

Football

Transfer Periods

In accordance with Section 3.3(b) of the AFL Victoria Handbook, the November Transfer Period will be in effect in 2025 ahead of the 2026 community football season.

The AFL Victoria Handbook stipulates that Player Transfer Requests may be lodged between 12:01am (AEST) on 1 November and 11:59pm (AEST) 30 November in the calendar year preceding the relevant season, or between 12:01am (AEST) on 1 February and 11:59pm (AEST) 30 June in the calendar year of the relevant season.

Resource Links

• 2025 Junior Footy Match Guide
• On-Field Vests & Apparel (loco)
• Football Order Form

Netball

Netball Victoria

Junior Netball

• Uniform Reminders

  Playing Uniform

  Please ensure your teams are in correct uniform – this also means shorts for those in APPROVED alternate uniform.

  • Bike shorts are permitted, but must approach midthigh in length.

  Please be reminded that all clubs must be in their registered uniform. Teams not wearing their registered club uniform must seek approval from AFL Barwon for this to occur. Please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if this impacts you.

  Jewellery

  • Jewellery is NOT permitted. Taping of earrings is NOT permitted – please be kind to our umpires and mentors who are enforcing this.

  Clash Bibs

  Teams listed second are responsible for providing CLASH bibs. A list of identified clashes is outlined in the 2025 AFL Barwon Handbook, but please also see below:

  • Torquay, Grovedale, St Josephs, Bannockburn, Colac,
  • Queenscliff, South Barwon, Portarlington, Bell Post Hill, Anakie, North Shore
  • Corio, Ocean Grove, Surf Coast Suns
  • Werribee Centrals, Leopold, Geelong Amateur,
  • St Albans, Winchelsea
  • Inverleigh, Drysdale
  • Newcomb, East Geelong, Modewarre
  • Geelong Amateur, Bell Park, St Mary’s
  • Newtown & Chilwell, St Joseph’s

• Grading Period Concluding

  As we approach the end of the grading period, we would like to provide an update on the fixturing process.

  During grading, we are currently fixturing a week ahead – i.e. fixturing round 3 after round 1 had completed. As we need to finalise grades, the fixture for round 1 post grading, will not be completed until the week of round 1.

  We understand this may mean short notice as to where your games will be played, however we do need to wait for the data from this final round of games to ensure teams are placed accurately.

  Following the conclusion of the grading period, and the settling of grades, there will be two weeks grace whereby movement may occur. This will be up to the discretion of our grading group, who will review and make assessments should the need occur.

  For clarity:

  • Round 4 grading concludes Friday – round 1 post grading won’t be released until Tuesday.
  • Round 4 grading concludes Tuesday – round 1 post grading won’t be released until Thursday.

  We will always endeavour to release the fixture sooner, however it is a time-consuming process, and it isn’t always possible. The remaining rounds of the fixture will be released as soon as reasonably possible.

• League Bye

  A reminder that there is a league bye on Friday 31 October and Tuesday 4 November with no games being played. We hope everyone has a safe and relaxing long weekend!

• A message from Lara FNC

  We look forward to hosting you for the summer season. Our courts are just a short walk from the train station in the Lara Sporting Club precinct.

  On game days, our club rooms will be open from 4pm onwards. All away teams are welcome to use change room 2. The public toilets will be available for spectators.

  We will have a canteen running with hot and cold snacks available.  

  If you require any assistance on game days, please look for somebody in a high vis as they will be the coordinators for the day. Alternatively, please ask at the canteen and somebody will point you in the right direction.

Resource Links

• Netball Resources
• Match Day Operations Manual

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  GFNL Grand Final & Public Holiday Family Festival

  Celebrate the Geelong Football Netball League Grand Final with AFL Barwon!

  Bring the whole family for an action-packed day featuring live music by The Sweethearts, delicious food trucks, and interactive sports activities.

  Catch 3 exciting games of local football on GMHBA Stadium's turf, and 12 games of local netball on the Kardinia Park courts.

  This Public Holiday is your chance to embrace the fun and excitement of all things sport in Geelong!

  Adults - $15
  Concession - $10
  Children - $5

  TICKETS

• Blood Toyota GFNL Luncheon Information

  The Geelong Football Netball League annual Grand Final exclusive event will be held in the form of a Luncheon at GMHBA Stadium on the 27th September.

  Details:

  • 27th September
  • Presidents Room / GMHBA Stadium (Access through main gate)
  • 11:45am-1:00pm
  • Tickets coming soon

  Club presidents will be contacted in the comng week regarding the event. Clubs had the option to purchase their tickets via a ticket link, or can email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to have tickets issued directly and invoiced at a later date.

  As in previous years, Clubs are advised to have 10 guests in attendance for this event to have representation and show support for everyone in the League. 

• GFNL Finals Conditions of Entry (General Public)

  • Everyone must pay the admission fee to enter the venue. 
  • Local council by–laws forbid taking alcohol into public reserves.
  • It is a condition of Entry that vehicles be inspected for illegal entry of alcohol.  
  • Failure to comply with this request will result in the vehicle not being permitted to enter the reserve.
  • Alcohol is not to be consumed before 12pm in line with liquor licensing requirements. 
  • No glass is permitted at the venue.
  • Any alcohol detected entering any venue will be confiscated and will not be returned to the patron.
  • Utilities or trucks with couches or lounge chairs on the back will not be permitted entry.
  • No Pets are allowed to enter the venue. Assistance or guide dogs are permitted.
  • Re-entry via pass-out stamp only.

• 2024 AFL Barwon Finals Ticketing Process

  Click to view process

• 2024 Presentation Nights

  You will find all the details of the 2024 Best & Fairest Presentation Nights via the link below. 

  Next week will see the CDFNL Junior & Senior Nights, as well as the combined U18 Football & 19U Netball Presentation Night. 

  GFNL clubs will recieve their invitees for the Mathieson Medal by the end of the week.

  For any questions regarding Presentation Nights, please contactThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

  Presentation Night Info

Football

• GFNL Week 2 Finals

  Author - Simon Riddoch

  Good Afternoon GFNL Football Contacts,

  GFNL 2024 second weekend of GFNL Finals is this week.

  Week One & Two & Three of the GFNL 2024 Qualifying, Semi and Elimination Finals will be held at Geelong West Oval (North Geelong) all game times are available on PlayHQ.

  • Bar – Lara FNC
  • Catering – St Joseph’s FNC

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  I draw your attention to club supporters entering the ground walking directly to umpires and verbally attacking and filming them with mobile phones, the first week of finals.

  This behaviour is not on, umpires like everyone on game day should have a safe and great GFNL game day experience.

  Umpires should feel safe in their working environment and feel safe to enter and leave the ground. 

  The GFNL community are better than this and I would like to see this behaviour stop, all club supporter interactions with umpires must cease.

  This week AFL Barwon will be adopting greater protection measures for the umpires.

  GFNL clubs are required to support and communicate with members and supporters to always stay away from umpires when entering and leaving the ground.

   Any umpire feedback should follow the process of contacting This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  

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  Host & Participating clubs game day responsibilities:

  • Host Club: Geelong West FNC
  • Umpire escorts
  • Interchange & look after Spare football.

  Participating Clubs:

  Geelong West Giants, Leopold, Newtown & Chilwell, South Barwon, St Joseph’s, St Mary’s & Torquay Papworth.

  • Team sheets (can either be given directly to the umpires or via AFLB Staff 1 copy for AFL Barwon staff)
  • Best Players & Goalkickers (give to AFLB staff post-game)

  AFL Barwon Staff:

  •  Timekeepers & Score Board.
  • Footballs (One to umpires – Spare to interchange steward)
  • Paperwork (To umpires and timekeepers)
  • Brief timekeepers regarding time on in Reserves & Under 18s, as well as extra time procedures
  • Ensure clubs come out on time.
  • Collect paperwork and football from the umpires’ post-game & get the all-clear.
  • Collect the best players and goalkickers from the club post-game & notify them of any reports or review requests.
  • Results entry after each game.

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  Water carriers information:

  • Water carriers MUST NOT BE USED AS MESSENGERS (Runners).
  • Water carriers must work away from the coaching box by at least 15m, when not delivering water they must be off the ground and against the fence, not standing on the boundary line or field of play spectating.
  • They are permitted to fill their water bottles etc from the area.
  • Free kicks may apply for breaches.

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  Interchange bench

  • Only those on the team sheet are permitted in the interchange bench, any persons not named will be politely asked to move behind the fence.
  • This is not a place for injured players not participating in the match.
  • All personal must remain behind the lines marked and not be standing on the actual boundary line, this is a hindrance for boundary umpires and a safety issue.
  • This will be monitored by match/league officials.

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  How much are tickets to attend the Geelong Football Netball League Finals?

  • Adults - $15
  • Concession - $10
  • Junior (5 – 17 years old) - $5
  • Family Ticket (2 Adults & 2+ Children) - $40 capped

  Will there be other methods available at the gate to enter the finals venues on the day?

  Patrons will be able to purchase a ticket via Intix at the gate with the event QR Codes that will be on display.

  There will also be cash and EFTPOS facilities available.

  Parking Information:

  Limited to clubs and official tickets will be issued via Intix – No cash payments for car parking

   

  Any Questions please reach out - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  Week 2 Team Info

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  Geelong West Venue Map

  View Full Site Breakdown Here

• CDFNL Week 3 Finals

  Author - Simon Riddoch

  Hello, CDFNL FOOTBALL Club contacts,  Preliminary Finals week – all the best to clubs participating,

  AFL Barwon reached out on Monday to formally invite you to the end-of-year Presentation Night events next week.

  Clubs are each allocated 20 guests (including both football & netball guests). Please RSVP to Camryn’s email by the end of Thursday this week.

  Please note that as with previous years, you will be invoiced for your 20 guests by the CDFNL post-event. 

  CDFNL Junior Presentation Night

  Monday 16 September

  Colac RSL, 6:30pm

  Cost – $30pp (Includes meal)

  CDFNL “Mahoney & Russell” Senior Presentation Night

  Wednesday 18 September

  Colac RSL, 6:30pm

  Cost – $35pp (Includes meal)

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   CDFNL FINALS INFORMATION

  • Colac Council has informed CDFNL that CDFNL clubs will not use the Central Reserve for training.
  • Colac FNC Upstairs social room for adults to sit and watch football.
  • No reserved parking until the Grand Final.
  • Colac social rooms not open
  • No reversing of vehicles parking

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  24 Selected Teams - Media

  24.1 Senior teams must be entered with their playing position selected, onto the PlayHQ database each

  Thursday night before 6.00pm

  24.2 Clubs must enter separate positions for eighteen players, three interchanges and up to three

  emergencies.

  24.3 Fines will be issued for noncompliance and/or each player named on the official team sheets that

  was not named in the selected list of twenty-four.

  Penalty $20 per player (Max $100)

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  22 Codes of Conduct and Other Policies

  22.1

  All players, officials and Club members at all League matches shall be subject to the Policies and Codes of

  Conduct as issued by the Board from time to time.

  22.2

  The Board is required to adopt complementary rules and regulations in football competitions under their respective

  control and jurisdiction as those of AFL Victoria and AFL Victoria.

  22.3

  The Colac & District Board has also adopted a range of AFL Victoria, Netball Victoria and AFL Barwon policies.

  These include, but are not restricted to:

  • Infectious Diseases Policy
  • No Smoking & Alcohol Management Policy
  • AFL Vilification and Discrimination Policy
  • Anti-Doping Policy
  • Codes of Conduct - Players, Coaches, Parents & Umpires
  • Gender Policy
  • De-Registration Policy
  • Privacy Policy
  • Responsible Serving of Alcohol
  • Looking After Mates
  • Netball Australia Member Protection Policy – found behaviours (verbally) less than appropriate first week of netball final – needs to be lifted to the appropriate standards.
  • AFL Barwon Cybersafety Policy
  • AFL Barwon Constitution
  • AFL Barwon Local PPS By Laws
  • AFL National Age Dispensation Policy
  • Child Safe Guarding Policy

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  Timekeepers

  • Competing Clubs will need to supply Timekeepers for Reserve, Colts U18, & U14.5.

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   Interchange.

  • Home clubs are responsible for Interchange.

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   ICE & Stretcher

  • Competing clubs will need to bring ICE & Stretcher for finals.
  • Umpire escorts are NOT REQUIRED by clubs.

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   Disabled Parking

  • No reserved parking for finals. Limited disabled parking is available for the Grand Final.

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   Patrons taking Dogs to matches.

  • Please note that there are to be no dogs at venues in the CDFNL besides Guide or special needs dogs.

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   Smoking

  • There is to be no smoking on the field or within 10m of the playing surface. This also applies within pavilions and change rooms.

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  Photography & Filming

  • All football and netball Grand Finals will be subject to photography/ filmed.

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   CDFNL FINALS & GRAND FINAL CONDITIONS OF ENTRY

  • Everyone must pay the admission Fee.
  • Local council by-laws forbid taking ALCOHOL into public reserves.
  • It is a condition of Entry that bags & vehicles be inspected for illegal entry of alcohol.   
  • Failure to comply with this request will result in the vehicle not being permitted to enter the reserve.
  • ALCOHOL is not to be consumed before 12 pm.
  • No Glass allowed.
  • Any alcohol detected entering any venue will be confiscated and will NOT be returned to the patron
  • Utilities or trucks with couches or lounge chairs on the back will not be permitted entry.
  • No Dogs Allowed
  • Re-entry bypass-out stamp only

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  CDFNL Finals Catering (roster below) 

  1. Elimination final – Irrewarra Beeac
  2. Qualifying – Birregurra
  3. 1^st semi – Colac imperials
  4. 2^nd semi – South Colac
  5. Prelim – Alvie
  6. GF -Western Eagles.

  View Team Information

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  Ballarat All Set For 2024 V/Line Cup

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Netball

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  Junior Netball Presentation Night Results

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• Junior Netball Summer Team Entries

   2024/25 Summer Team Entries 

  We have extended the team entries until Sunday 22nd September. Please make sure you get your teams in on time so fixtures can be finalised and released. All clubs should have received more details about the summer competition via email. Please reach out if your club did not receive anything. 

  Google forms for team entries: 

  • 11&U:https://forms.gle/nP5yLmgoH4wmdTzCA  

  • 13&U:https://forms.gle/ktSug5YZka2uyBbe6  

  • 15&U:https://forms.gle/wvkMTfn1mfqjkhyR7  

  • 17&U:https://forms.gle/hWmgWW2JHbnFRX4M6  

   

• BFNL & GFNL - End of Season Requirements

  Salary Cap Reporting – DUE 4 WEEKS POST YOUR CLUBS FINAL A GRADE GAME 

  As the season draws to a close, please be reminded of your post season reporting requirements.  

  All clubs are required to submit their player payment reporting via the spreadsheet on our websiteHERE  

  (scroll to “Netball Budget Template”) 

  All Players who have taken the court in A Grade are required to have either a standard player declaration, or non-declared player statement. 

  Helpful tips: 

  • Games played on the report should line up with PlayHQ records for compliance 

  • If players who do not take the court, but receive payment for benching, please put this in the ‘other payments’ section of the template with a note such as ‘bench player payment’. 

  • The spreadsheet auto-calculates for you, so please be mindful of it’s pre-exisitng formulas. 

  All relevant player payment policies can be found on this site should you need any further information. If you are unsure about anything, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

• Updating your Organisation Data in Netball Connect - Action Required 

  Author - Netball Victoria

  Netball Victoria have made it easier than ever to maintain and update your organisation information and key personnel data. Updating administrators, key personnel, committee members, T&C's, governance, affiliate finder and asset register information will now be completed directly in Netball Connect and replaces the previous process of updating the external CRM system. We have created a series of resources to assist you in updating your organisation data,please click here to get started. 

  Read More

• Growing Regions Program Round 2 

  Author - Netball Victoria

  The Growing Regions Program drives regional economic prosperity by providing access to funding for community-focused infrastructure projects throughout rural and regional areas of Australia. Opens 5 Sep 2024.

   Click here to view the government website for T&Cs and eligibility.  

• Coaching, Umpiring & Pathway

  Author - Maddie Okely (Netball Victoria)

  COACHING & UMPIRING 

  Fundamentals - A Coaches' Guide 

  New FREE course from Netball Australia for beginner coaches. Click the link to register: https://learning.netball.com.au/enrol/index.php?id=1610 

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   Community Coaching Masterclass – Who you coach 

  Free Course - This Community Coaching Masterclass – Who you coach helps you find out what motivates and drives your participants, to create engaging environments that meet their needs. Click the link to register: https://learning.netball.com.au/enrol/index.php?id=1248 

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  Umpire Mentor Workshops 

  Remaining Mentor and Advanced Mentoring workshops are upcoming in October 2024. Click to register here 

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  PATHWAY 

  VNL Awards 2024 

  The VNL Awards Ceremony was held Sunday 18 August 2024, wrapping up another successful season. Click here to read the full list of winners. 

  Position Description

Umpiring

Commercial Partnerships

• Geelong Cats Signed Jumpers

  Each AFL Barwon affiliated club have received one allocated 2024 Geelong Cats signed football jumper, thanks to our community partnership. 

  Our region is very fortunate to have the Geelong Cats support in providing these for our clubs  to use for fundraising or gifting opportunities. This year we would like some feedback from clubs on the value they see and make from these jumpers. We are keen to understand whether clubs find value in these jumpers being provided, and how much financial gain each club makes from these. This will allow us to understand whether we continue to offer these to clubs in the future. 2025 and beyond. 

  Each clubs signed jumper will be able to be picked up from the AFL Barwon Office from 10am Monday September 16th.  

  If you have any questions or feedback, please contact AFL Barwon Commercial Partnerships and Communications Manager, Sean Atkinson (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) 

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  Serenity In The Stadium

  Yoga for Mental Health at GMHBA Stadium 

  This year for World Mental Health Day, we are joining Active Geelong, Read the Play and Kardinia Park Stadium Trust to bring a new event to the Geelong community. 

  Serenity in the Stadium will be taking over the iconic GMHBA Stadium on Thursday 10 October, where up to 2,000 people will gather on the oval for a one-hour yoga session as the sun rises over the stands. 

  The practice of yoga is beneficial for many reasons including mind-body connection, stress reduction, improved mood, mindfulness, physical activity and social connection. 

  Lead by Sally Ferriss from Wonder Yoga, the event aims to raise awareness for mental health and the importance of physical activity and social connection for our mental wellbeing.  

  Date: Thursday 10 October 2024 

  Time: Approx. 7am 

  Location: Oval at GMHBA Stadium, Geelong VIC 

  Cost:Adults $55 | Student/Concession - $33 | Family (2 adults, 2 children) – $132 

   For more information or to register, visit: www.serenityinthestadium.com.au  

  Join us in making a difference this World Mental Health Day. 

   

Club Development

• Sporting Club Grants Program Closing

  State Government Funding Opportunities - Closes Fri October 11 @ 4pm. 

  Vic Government - Sporting Club Grants Program 

  The program aims helps grassroots clubs and organisations address barriers in participation, develop safe and sustainable practices and build social and active local communities 

  Funding Categories 

  • Category 1: On-field Uniforms or Equipment 
  • Category 2: Volunteers and Officials 
  • Category 3: Access and Engagement 
  • Category 4: Competitors 

  Guideline and Application Form is found here - https://sport.vic.gov.au/funding/sporting-club-grants-program 

   

• Two Worthy Clubs Win a Toyota!

  Victoria scores big with National Volunteer Awards! 

  Two worthy local footy club volunteers will soon be driving away in a new Toyota Corolla Hybrid vehicle (along with an AFL GF experience package)!! The deserving winners were recently notified by the respective Region / League in front of their club peers - in a memorable experience for the volunteers & their club. Brilliant stuff!!

  Read more here. https://www.aflvic.com.au/news/vics-take-out-top-honours-in-2024-toyota-afl-national-volunteer-of-the-year-awards-153903 

   

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  GFNL Grand Final & Public Holiday Family Festival

  Celebrate the Geelong Football Netball League Grand Final with AFL Barwon!

  Bring the whole family for an action-packed day featuring live music by The Sweethearts, delicious food trucks, and interactive sports activities.

  Catch 3 exciting games of local football on GMHBA Stadium's turf, and 12 games of local netball on the Kardinia Park courts.

  This Public Holiday is your chance to embrace the fun and excitement of all things sport in Geelong!

  Adults - $15
  Concession - $10
  Children - $5

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  GFNL Grand Final Corporate Hospitality Opportunities

  Blood Toyota Geelong FNL Grand Final Corporate Hospitality Opportunities

  We are excited to be able to offer corporate hospitality packages for the Blood Toyota Geelong FNL Grand Final in the Charles Brownlow Stand.

  The corporate package includes

  • VIP waiter service from arrival to conclusion of the match (1:30pm-4:30pm)
  • Gourmet food offering
  • 3-hour standard beverage package
  • Entry to all AFL Barwon Grand Finals

  Each corporate event space has a minimum of 10 guests with 7 boxes available to be purchased. Tickets are $200 per person.

  Corporate packages will be unable to be purchased after 5pm Friday 20th September.

  To purchase a corporate package via the ticket link below, or email Sean (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) with any questions.

  PURCHASE TICKETS

• Blood Toyota GFNL Luncheon Information

  The Geelong Football Netball League annual Grand Final exclusive event will be held in the form of a Luncheon at GMHBA Stadium on the 27th September.

  Details:

  • 27th September
  • Presidents Room / GMHBA Stadium (Access through main gate)
  • 11:45am-1:00pm
  • Tickets coming soon

  Club presidents will be contacted in the comng week regarding the event. Clubs had the option to purchase their tickets via a ticket link, or can email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to have tickets issued directly and invoiced at a later date.

  As in previous years, Clubs are advised to have 10 guests in attendance for this event to have representation and show support for everyone in the League. 

  Any additional tickets you might require for this event will be $55pp and can be purchased at the below link 

  Click for tickets

• GFNL Finals Conditions of Entry (General Public)

  • Everyone must pay the admission fee to enter the venue. 
  • Local council by–laws forbid taking alcohol into public reserves.
  • It is a condition of Entry that vehicles be inspected for illegal entry of alcohol.  
  • Failure to comply with this request will result in the vehicle not being permitted to enter the reserve.
  • Alcohol is not to be consumed before 12pm in line with liquor licensing requirements. 
  • No glass is permitted at the venue.
  • Any alcohol detected entering any venue will be confiscated and will not be returned to the patron.
  • Utilities or trucks with couches or lounge chairs on the back will not be permitted entry.
  • No Pets are allowed to enter the venue. Assistance or guide dogs are permitted.
  • Re-entry via pass-out stamp only.

• 2024 AFL Barwon Finals Ticketing Process

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• 2024 Presentation Nights

  You will find all the details of the 2024 Best & Fairest Presentation Nights via the link below. 

  Next week will be the last of our Presentation Night's, with the Mathieson Medal taking place on Tuesday night.

  For any questions regarding Presentation Nights, please contactThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

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  CDFNL Senior Presentation Night Winners

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  CDFNL Junior Presentation Night Winners

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  U18 Football + 19&U Netball Presentation Night Winners

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Football

• GFNL Week 3 Finals

  Author - Simon Riddoch

  Good Afternoon GFNL Football Contacts,

  GFNL 2024 second weekend of GFNL Finals is this week.

  Week Three of the 2024 Blood Toyota GFNL 2024 Finals will be held at Geelong West Oval (North Geelong) all game times are available on PlayHQ.

  • Bar – Lara FNC
  • Catering – St Joseph’s FNC

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  Venue Street Parking

  Could clubs please remind their members and supporters to be mindful of the residents living close to West Oval when arriving and leaving the venue.

  AFL Barwon have received multiple complaints from homeowners around West Oval, who have had their driveways blocked by cars parking illegally.

  The homeowners have made local council aware of this and we believe there will be a strong presence by parking inspectors this weekend.

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  Host & Participating clubs game day responsibilities:

  Host Club: Geelong West FNC

  • Umpire escorts
  • Interchange & look after Spare football.

  Participating Clubs:

  South Barwon, St Joseph’s, St Mary’s & Torquay Papworth.

  • Team sheets (can either be given directly to the umpires or via AFLB Staff 1 copy for AFL Barwon staff)
  • Best Players & Goalkickers (give to AFLB staff post-game)

  AFL Barwon Staff:

  • Timekeepers & Score Board
  • Footballs (One to umpires – Spare to interchange steward)
  • Paperwork (To umpires and timekeepers)
  • Brief timekeepers regarding time on in Reserves & Under 18s, as well as extra time procedures
  • Ensure clubs come out on time.
  • Collect paperwork and football from the umpires’ post-game & get the all-clear.
  • Collect the best players and goalkickers from the club post-game & notify them of any reports or review requests.
  • Results entry after each game.

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  Water carriers information:

  • Water carriers MUST NOT BE USED AS MESSENGERS (Runners).
  • Water carriers must work away from the coaching box by at least 15m, when not delivering water they must be off the ground and against the fence, not standing on the boundary line or field of play spectating.
  • They are permitted to fill their water bottles etc from the area.
  • Free kicks may apply for breaches.

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  Interchange bench

  • Only those on the team sheet are permitted in the interchange bench, any persons not named will be politely asked to move behind the fence.
  • This is not a place for injured players not participating in the match.
  • All personal must remain behind the lines marked and not be standing on the actual boundary line, this is a hindrance for boundary umpires and a safety issue.
  • This will be monitored by match/league officials.

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  How much are tickets to attend the Geelong Football Netball League Finals?

  • Adults - $15
  • Concession - $10
  • Junior (5 – 17 years old) - $5
  • Family Ticket (2 Adults & 2+ Children) - $40 capped

  Will there be other methods available at the gate to enter the finals venues on the day?

  Patrons will be able to purchase a ticket via Intix at the gate with the event QR Codes that will be on display.

  There will also be cash and EFTPOS facilities available.

  Parking Information:

  Limited to clubs and official tickets will be issued via Intix – No cash payments for car parking

   

  Any Questions please reach out - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  Week 3 Team Info

• Geelong FNL Preliminary Finals Match Times

  We are excited to announce that there have been some minor adjustments to the Football start times for the Geelong Football Netball League Preliminary Finals at West Oval.

  In a bid to allow our community the opportunity to watch the Geelong Cats take on Brisbane in the AFL Preliminary Finals on Saturday afternoon, the Football game times have been brought forward in the GFNL Senior, Reserves, and Under 18 matches.

  The change of game times is only relevant for Football matches on Saturday the 21st of September, Netball match times will remain unchanged.

  The updated football game times can be found below.

  Blood Toyota Geelong FNL Seniors - 1:00pm

  Buckley’s Geelong FNL Reserves - 10:45am

  Gforce Under 18’s – 8:45am

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• CDFNL Grand Finals

  Author - Simon Riddoch

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   CDFNL FINALS INFORMATION

  • Colac Council has informed CDFNL that CDFNL clubs will not use the Central Reserve for training.
  • Colac FNC Upstairs social room for adults to sit and watch football.
  • No reserved parking until the Grand Final.
  • Colac social rooms not open
  • No reversing of vehicles parking

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  REMINDER CDFNL FINALS & GRAND FINAL CONDITIONS OF ENTRY

  • Local council by-laws forbid taking ALCOHOL into public reserves. CDFNL security will confiscate ALCOHOL & ESKIE’S if you attempt to enter with ALCOHOL & ESKIE’S.

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  24 Selected Teams - Media

  24.1 Senior teams must be entered with their playing position selected, onto the PlayHQ database each

  Thursday night before 6.00pm

  24.2 Clubs must enter separate positions for eighteen players, three interchanges and up to three

  emergencies.

  24.3 Fines will be issued for noncompliance and/or each player named on the official team sheets that

  was not named in the selected list of twenty-four.

  Penalty $20 per player (Max $100)

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  22 Codes of Conduct and Other Policies

  22.1

  All players, officials and Club members at all League matches shall be subject to the Policies and Codes of

  Conduct as issued by the Board from time to time.

  22.2

  The Board is required to adopt complementary rules and regulations in football competitions under their respective

  control and jurisdiction as those of AFL Victoria and AFL Victoria.

  22.3

  The Colac & District Board has also adopted a range of AFL Victoria, Netball Victoria and AFL Barwon policies.

  These include, but are not restricted to:

  • Infectious Diseases Policy
  • No Smoking & Alcohol Management Policy
  • AFL Vilification and Discrimination Policy
  • Anti-Doping Policy
  • Codes of Conduct - Players, Coaches, Parents & Umpires
  • Gender Policy
  • De-Registration Policy
  • Privacy Policy
  • Responsible Serving of Alcohol
  • Looking After Mates
  • Netball Australia Member Protection Policy – found behaviours (verbally) less than appropriate first week of netball final – needs to be lifted to the appropriate standards.
  • AFL Barwon Cybersafety Policy
  • AFL Barwon Constitution
  • AFL Barwon Local PPS By Laws
  • AFL National Age Dispensation Policy
  • Child Safe Guarding Policy

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  Timekeepers

  • Competing Clubs will need to supply Timekeepers for Reserve, Colts U18, & U14.5.

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   Interchange.

  • Home clubs are responsible for Interchange.

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   ICE & Stretcher

  • Competing clubs will need to bring ICE & Stretcher for finals.
  • Umpire escorts are NOT REQUIRED by clubs.

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   Disabled Parking

  • No reserved parking for finals. Limited disabled parking is available for the Grand Final.

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   Patrons taking Dogs to matches.

  • Please note that there are to be no dogs at venues in the CDFNL besides Guide or special needs dogs.

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   Smoking

  • There is to be no smoking on the field or within 10m of the playing surface. This also applies within pavilions and change rooms.

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  Photography & Filming

  • All football and netball Grand Finals will be subject to photography/ filmed.

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   CDFNL FINALS & GRAND FINAL CONDITIONS OF ENTRY

  • Everyone must pay the admission Fee.
  • Local council by-laws forbid taking ALCOHOL into public reserves.
  • It is a condition of Entry that bags & vehicles be inspected for illegal entry of alcohol.   
  • Failure to comply with this request will result in the vehicle not being permitted to enter the reserve.
  • ALCOHOL is not to be consumed before 12 pm.
  • No Glass allowed.
  • Any alcohol detected entering any venue will be confiscated and will NOT be returned to the patron
  • Utilities or trucks with couches or lounge chairs on the back will not be permitted entry.
  • No Dogs Allowed
  • Re-entry bypass-out stamp only

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  CDFNL Finals Catering (roster below) 

  • GF - Western Eagles.

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Netball

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  Junior Netball Representative Program

  Trial Registrations 

  Trial registrations for the 2025 Junior Netball Representative Program are now open!  

  VIEW 2025 TEAM INFORMATION

  As part of the Representative Program, teams will train and compete in a weekly competition as well as compete at Association Championships. More information on the program can be found on our website [insert link here]. 

  We will be hosting three trial dates on Sunday 10th, 17th and 24th November 2024. Times for each age group are as follows. 

  • 13&U: 8:30-10:15am 

  • 15&U: 10:15-12:00pm 

  • 17&U: 12:00-1:30pm 

  REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/P8sxB8hEowWyDFW66

• BFNL & GFNL - End of Season Requirements

  Salary Cap Reporting – DUE 4 WEEKS POST YOUR CLUBS FINAL A GRADE GAME 

  As the season draws to a close, please be reminded of your post season reporting requirements.  

  All clubs are required to submit their player payment reporting via the spreadsheet on our websiteHERE  

  (scroll to “Netball Budget Template”) 

  All Players who have taken the court in A Grade are required to have either a standard player declaration, or non-declared player statement. 

  Helpful tips: 

  • Games played on the report should line up with PlayHQ records for compliance 

  • If players who do not take the court, but receive payment for benching, please put this in the ‘other payments’ section of the template with a note such as ‘bench player payment’. 

  • The spreadsheet auto-calculates for you, so please be mindful of it’s pre-exisitng formulas. 

  All relevant player payment policies can be found on this site should you need any further information. If you are unsure about anything, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

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  Junior Netball Summer Team Entries

  2024/25 Summer Team Entries 

  We have extended the team entries until Sunday 22nd September. Please make sure you get your teams in on time so fixtures can be finalised and released. All clubs should have received more details about the summer competition via email. Please reach out if your club did not receive anything. 

  Google forms for team entries: 

  • 11&U:https://forms.gle/nP5yLmgoH4wmdTzCA  

  • 13&U:https://forms.gle/ktSug5YZka2uyBbe6  

  • 15&U:https://forms.gle/wvkMTfn1mfqjkhyR7  

  • 17&U:https://forms.gle/hWmgWW2JHbnFRX4M6  

Umpiring

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  Geelong Cats Next Generation Academy Come & Try Event

  The Geelong Football invites female and male participants aged 11-15 years from multicultural and Indigenous backgrounds to be part of a fun interactive football clinic.

  Register Here

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  Serenity In The Stadium

  This year for World Mental Health Day, we are joining Active Geelong, Read the Play and Kardinia Park Stadium Trust to bring a new event to the Geelong community. 

  Serenity in the Stadium will be taking over the iconic GMHBA Stadium on Thursday 10 October, where up to 2,000 people will gather on the oval for a one-hour yoga session as the sun rises over the stands. 

  The practice of yoga is beneficial for many reasons including mind-body connection, stress reduction, improved mood, mindfulness, physical activity and social connection. 

  Lead by Sally Ferriss from Wonder Yoga, the event aims to raise awareness for mental health and the importance of physical activity and social connection for our mental wellbeing.  

  Date: Thursday 10 October 2024 

  Time: Approx. 7am 

  Location: Oval at GMHBA Stadium, Geelong VIC 

  Cost:Adults $55 | Student/Concession - $33 | Family (2 adults, 2 children) – $132 

   For more information or to register, visit: www.serenityinthestadium.com.au  

  Join us in making a difference this World Mental Health Day. 

  Register Here

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  Geelong Cats AFLW 2 For 1 offer

  The Geelong Cats have a 2 for 1 offer for Thursday September 26th AFLW match for AFL Barwon members, using the below information -  

  • To access the 2 for 1 ticket offer, click here and use the code: MATESW 

  • Juniors under 18 can access free tickets via ticketmaster.com.au across the AFLW season. 

  Any questions or issues in purchasing, please send through to The Geelong Cats Ticketing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

  Purchase Here

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  CDFNL Junior Presentation Evening

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  CDFNL Senior Presentation Evening

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  St Joseph's vs South Barwon

  GFNL A Grade 2nd Semi Final

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  St Joseph's V Leopold

  GFNL Seniors 2nd Semi Final

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  GFNL Grand Final & Public Holiday Family Festival

  Celebrate the Geelong Football Netball League Grand Final with AFL Barwon!

  Bring the whole family for an action-packed day featuring live music by The Sweethearts, delicious food trucks, and interactive sports activities.

  Catch 3 exciting games of local football on GMHBA Stadium's turf, and 12 games of local netball on the Kardinia Park courts.

  This Public Holiday is your chance to embrace the fun and excitement of all things sport in Geelong!

  Adults - $15
  Concession - $10
  Children - $5

  TICKETS

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  Blood Toyota GFNL Venue Map

• Blood Toyota GFNL Luncheon Information

  The Geelong Football Netball League annual Grand Final exclusive event will be held in the form of a Luncheon at GMHBA Stadium on the 27th September.

  Guest speakers will include Aaron Greeves, Marcus King, Gerard Griffin, plus football and netball coaches.

  Details:

  • 11:45am-1:00pm
  • Please enter via gate Gate 13, enter up the stairs and turn left towards the glass doors where you will be directed to the function room.
  • Tickets or passes must be shown upon arrival

• 2024 AFL Barwon Finals Ticketing Process

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  GFNL Senior Presentation Night Winners

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Football

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  AFL Nines Registration

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  Choose Your Footy Adventure

  REGISTER NOW

Commercial Partnerships

• 

  Geelong Cats Next Generation Academy Come & Try Event

  The Geelong Football invites female and male participants aged 11-15 years from multicultural and Indigenous backgrounds to be part of a fun interactive football clinic.

  Register Here

• 

  Serenity In The Stadium

  This year for World Mental Health Day, we are joining Active Geelong, Read the Play and Kardinia Park Stadium Trust to bring a new event to the Geelong community. 

  Serenity in the Stadium will be taking over the iconic GMHBA Stadium on Thursday 10 October, where up to 2,000 people will gather on the oval for a one-hour yoga session as the sun rises over the stands. 

  The practice of yoga is beneficial for many reasons including mind-body connection, stress reduction, improved mood, mindfulness, physical activity and social connection. 

  Lead by Sally Ferriss from Wonder Yoga, the event aims to raise awareness for mental health and the importance of physical activity and social connection for our mental wellbeing.  

  Date: Thursday 10 October 2024 

  Time: Approx. 7am 

  Location: Oval at GMHBA Stadium, Geelong VIC 

  Cost:Adults $55 | Student/Concession - $33 | Family (2 adults, 2 children) – $132 

   For more information or to register, visit: www.serenityinthestadium.com.au  

  Join us in making a difference this World Mental Health Day. 

  Register Here

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  GFNL Presentation Evening

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  St Joseph's vs South Barwon

  GFNL Senior Preliminary Final

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  South Barwon V Newtown & Chilwell

  GFNL A Grade Preliminary Finals

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  CDFNL Grand Final Day

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  BFNL Grand Final Tickets

  Dow Bellarine Grand Finals - Saturday 7th September

  Join us for an exciting day of football and netball action as the AFL Barwon community comes together for the BFNL Grand Finals set against the backdrop of Leopold Memorial Reserve, this day will showcase some of the region's best talent as they battle for a spot in the finals.

  Highlights:

  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Bring the whole family to enjoy an exciting day of sport.
  • Food and Beverages: A variety of food and beverage options will be available to keep everyone refreshed throughout the day.
  • Community Spirit: Celebrate the camaraderie and sportsmanship of AFL Barwon clubs and support local teams and athletes.

  For more information and updates, visit the AFL Barwon website or follow us on social media.

  FINALS TICKETS

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  DOW BFNL Luncheon Invitation

  The Bellarine Football Netball League annual Grand Final Club event will be held in the form of a Luncheon at Leopold Football Netball Club on the 7th September.

  Details:

  • 7th September
  • Leopold Football Netball Club (Access through main gate)
  • 11:45am-1:00pm
  • $40 per guest

  Inclusions:

  • Guest speaker feature - Adam Cooney
  • MC feature - SEN's Matt Worland 
  • Entry to all BFNL Grand Final Day events
  • Catering by Leopold Sporting Club
  • 1 x Complimentary Beverage (Alcoholic or Non-Alcoholic)

  Club presidents were contacted last week regarding the event. Clubs had the option to purchase their tickets via the ticket link below, or can email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to have tickets issued directly and invoiced at a later date.

  If you have already contacted Camryn regarding this, you will receive your tickets via email today. 

  As in previous years, Clubs are advised to have 10 guests in attendance for this event to have representation and show support for everyone in the League. 

  Click for tickets (Last Ticket Option)

• BFNL & GFNL Finals Conditions of Entry (General Public)

  • Everyone must pay the admission fee to enter the venue. 
  • Local council by–laws forbid taking alcohol into public reserves.
  • It is a condition of Entry that vehicles be inspected for illegal entry of alcohol.  
  • Failure to comply with this request will result in the vehicle not being permitted to enter the reserve.
  • Alcohol is not to be consumed before 12pm in line with liquor licensing requirements. 
  • No glass is permitted at the venue.
  • Any alcohol detected entering any venue will be confiscated and will not be returned to the patron.
  • Utilities or trucks with couches or lounge chairs on the back will not be permitted entry.
  • No Pets are allowed to enter the venue. Assistance or guide dogs are permitted.
  • Re-entry via pass-out stamp only.

• 2024 AFL Barwon Finals Ticketing Process

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• 2024 Presentation Nights

  You will find all the details of the 2024 Best & Fairest Presentation Nights via the link below. 

  The next Presentation Night is the Junior Netball Night will be held on the 10th September. We will reach out with required guests today. 

  For any questions regarding Presentation Nights, please contactThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

  Presentation Night Info

Senior & U18 Football

• BFNL Best & Fairest Results

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  BFNL Grand Final Week

  Author - Simon Riddoch

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  Dear BFNL Football Contacts,

  BFNL 2024 Grand Final weekend, Well done to all clubs who have continued to make the 2024 BFNL season a very successful one. 

  Grand Final Week BFNL 2024 will be held at Leopold, all game times are available on PlayHQ and attached.

  AFL Barwon would encourage carpooling or drop-offs at gates #1 & #2 or public transport that drops off at gate #2 - The first Football game starts at 9.15 am sharp.

  Attached

  • 2024 BFNL Grand Final Week teams information

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  Host & Participating clubs game day responsibilities.

  • Host Club: Leopold FNC
  • Scoreboard attendant
  • Umpire escorts
  • Interchange & look after Spare football.

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  Participating Clubs:

  Anglesea, Geelong Amateur, Grovedale, Lara, & Torquay.

  • Timekeepers – It is important to have a timekeeper sorted during the week not the day of the game. (Ensure clubs come out on time)
  • Team sheets (can either be given directly to the umpires or via AFLB Staff 1 copy for AFL Barwon staff Michael Limb)
  • Best Players & Goalkickers (give to AFLB staff post-game)

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  AFL Barwon Staff:

  • SecMedic will be present this weekend for the grand finale.
  • Umpire escorts Senior game – (Vic POL) AFL Baron
  • Footballs (One to umpires – Spare to interchange steward)
  • Paperwork (To umpires and timekeepers)
  • Brief timekeepers regarding time on in Reserves & Under 18s, as well as extra time procedures
  • Ensure clubs come out on time.
  • Collect paperwork and football from the umpires’ post-game & get the all-clear.
  • Collect the best players and goalkickers from the club post-game & notify them of any reports or review requests.
  • Results entry after each game.

  Continue to be kind to our gatekeepers they are doing a great job, please ensure all club members understand entering the gate is at a cost.

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  CONDITIONS OF ENTRY

   

  • Everyone must pay the admission Fee.
  • Local council by – laws forbid taking ALCOHOL into public reserves.
  • It is a condition of Entry that bags & vehicles be inspected for illegal entry of alcohol.
  • Failure to comply with this request will result in the vehicle not being permitted to enter the reserve.
  • ALCOHOL is not to be consumed before 12pm.
  • No Glass allowed.
  • Any alcohol detected entering any venue will be confiscated and will NOT be returned to the patron.
  • Utilities or trucks with couches or lounge chairs on the back will not be permitted entry.
  • No Dogs Allowed.
  • Re-entry by pass-out stamp only

   

  Any Questions please reach out - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  Grand Final Team Info

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  U18 GDFNL Finals Week 3

  Author - Simon Riddoch

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  Hello U18 Colts Division #3 contacts,

  Note games are held under the GDFNL venue control, AFL Barwon have high expectations that U18 Colts teams will uphold high standards of sportsperson ship and behaviours,

  Players , Coaches, and support staff, you are not only representing yourselves , your club you are also representing U18 Colts Junior program in the Geelong region.

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  2024 Under 18 Division 3 Rookie Me Cup
  Preliminary Final - St Albans Reserve
  Saturday 7th Sep - 10:00am

  Ocean Grove Tyrrell 2 V Anglesea Mackenzie

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  Please find the below information for this week’s finals:

  • Entrance to the ground via St Albans Road Gate only.
  • Team sheet must be finalised and updated in PlayHQ on Thursday at 6 pm - Friday AM team sheet will be downloaded for GDFNL gates keepers.
  • Please ensure all coaching and support staff are noted on PlayHQ team sheet.
  • Game times 10 am start flat 20min no time on
  • Home & away team supply interchange steward   
  • Both Clubs supply timekeepers
  • Score cards and interchange sheet supplied by GDFNL
  • Tickets will be emailed to clubs from Daryl - GDFNL
  • $5.00 car parking

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  Saturday 7^th September

  Home shorts & Home Club Rooms – Ocean Grove

  White Shorts & Away Rooms Anglesea

• Timekeepers Info

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Netball

• BFNL Best & Fairest Results

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• Junior Netball Representative Program 

  Trial Registrations 

  Trial registrations for the 2025 Junior Netball Representative Program are now open!  

  VIEW 2025 TEAM INFORMATION

  As part of the Representative Program, teams will train and compete in a weekly competition as well as compete at Association Championships. More information on the program can be found on our website [insert link here]. 

  We will be hosting three trial dates on Sunday 10th, 17th and 24th November 2024. Times for each age group are as follows. 

  • 13&U: 8:30-10:15am 

  • 15&U: 10:15-12:00pm 

  • 17&U: 12:00-1:30pm 

  REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/P8sxB8hEowWyDFW66

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  Coaching Applications 

  Coaching applications for the Representative Program are also now open! With the aim of selecting more teams for next year, we have plenty of positions available! 

  The position description can be found via the button below.

  APPLY HERE:https://forms.gle/EmKf4mUQbCg3pxwr5  

   

  Position Description

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  Junior Netball Finals and Awards Night 

  Grand Finals 

  Grand Finals for the AFL Barwon Junior Netball Competition are tomorrow night (Friday 6th September). We look forward to seeing everyone down at Kardinia Park supporting their teams! 

  See the fixture below. 

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  Junior Netball Presentation Night 

  The Junior Netball Presentation Night will be held next Tuesday 10th September at the Deakin Cats Community Centre. We will be presenting the Best & Fairest awards for all three junior competitions (BFNL, Midweek and GFNL) on this night, as well as numerous other junior netball awards.   

  All clubs should receive a list of invited attendees today.

• BFNL & GFNL - End of Season Requirements

  Salary Cap Reporting – DUE 4 WEEKS POST YOUR CLUBS FINAL A GRADE GAME 

  As the season draws to a close, please be reminded of your post season reporting requirements.  

  All clubs are required to submit their player payment reporting via the spreadsheet on our websiteHERE  

  (scroll to “Netball Budget Template”) 

  All Players who have taken the court in A Grade are required to have either a standard player declaration, or non-declared player statement. 

  Helpful tips: 

  • Games played on the report should line up with PlayHQ records for compliance 

  • If players who do not take the court, but receive payment for benching, please put this in the ‘other payments’ section of the template with a note such as ‘bench player payment’. 

  • The spreadsheet auto-calculates for you, so please be mindful of it’s pre-exisitng formulas. 

  All relevant player payment policies can be found on this site should you need any further information. If you are unsure about anything, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Commercial Partnerships

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  Serenity In The Stadium

  Yoga for Mental Health at GMHBA Stadium 

  This year for World Mental Health Day, we are joining Active Geelong, Read the Play and Kardinia Park Stadium Trust to bring a new event to the Geelong community. 

  Serenity in the Stadium will be taking over the iconic GMHBA Stadium on Thursday 10 October, where up to 2,000 people will gather on the oval for a one-hour yoga session as the sun rises over the stands. 

  The practice of yoga is beneficial for many reasons including mind-body connection, stress reduction, improved mood, mindfulness, physical activity and social connection. 

  Lead by Sally Ferriss from Wonder Yoga, the event aims to raise awareness for mental health and the importance of physical activity and social connection for our mental wellbeing.  

  Date: Thursday 10 October 2024 

  Time: Approx. 7am 

  Location: Oval at GMHBA Stadium, Geelong VIC 

  Cost:Adults $55 | Student/Concession - $33 | Family (2 adults, 2 children) – $132 

   For more information or to register, visit: www.serenityinthestadium.com.au  

  Join us in making a difference this World Mental Health Day. 

   

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  Major Partnership with SEN for BFNL Grand Final

  AFL Barwon Scores Major Broadcast Partnership with SEN for Bellarine Senior Grand Final 

  AFL Barwon is thrilled to announce a landmark partnership with Sports Entertainment Network (SEN) to broadcast the 2024 Dow Bellarine Football Netball League Senior Football Grand Final live from Leopold Memorial Park. This exciting collaboration marks a significant moment for local football, offering unprecedented exposure and coverage for one of the most popular days on the AFL Barwon calendar. 

  Securing SEN, a leading voice in sports broadcasting across Australia, to call the Bellarine FNL Senior Grand Final is a huge coup for the entire AFL Barwon region. The live broadcast will bring the atmosphere and intensity of the day and will showcase the exceptional talent and community connections that defines the Bellarine FNL. 

  AFL Barwon Regional General Manager, Edward Wilson, expressed his excitement about the partnership, saying, "This is a monumental step forward for our league and community. Having SEN on board to broadcast the Senior Male Football Grand Final, not only elevates the status of this League and the BFNL Clubs, but also recognises the strength that our region presents across the state of Victoria". 

  Sam Thompson, Group Radio Director, Sports Entertainment Network said “We are excited to strengthen our partnership with AFL Barwon for the BFNL Grand Final 2024. This collaboration is a testament to our dedication to bringing premier sports coverage to local communities. Through SEN’s extensive network of regional stations and digital platforms, we are committed to delivering comprehensive and engaging content that brings the excitement of the BFNL Grand Final to fans everywhere. Partnering with AFL Barwon allows us to elevate the game-day experience for all, whether they are in the stands or following the action from afar.” 

  Listeners will be able to tune in viaSEN Geelong station on SEN’s iPhone and Android app with the simulcast and live stream of the match being available on AFL Barwon TV. This will allowthe 2024 Dow Bellarine FNL Senior Grand Final reach greater audiences. 

  AFL Barwon is proud to bring this exceptional coverage to the wider community and looks forward to a thrilling Grand Final event at Leopold, made even more special by SEN’s involvement. 

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  To download the SEN App, click on the relevant app store 

  Download the iOS app 

  https://itunes.apple.com/au/app/sen-1116/id1147923999?mt=8 

  Download the Android app 

  https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.deepend.sen&hl=en 

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• Finals Ticketing Information

  As per last season, AFL Barwon will be proceeding with a ticketing for the Bellarine Football Netball League and Geelong Football Netball League Finals Series. 

  For the 2025 Finals Series, all participating Clubs will be issued with electronic tickets foreach day of the finals where they have teams participating.  

  Tickets will then need to be passed onto players and officials to be scanned at the entry gate for each day of the finals. 
   

  What AFL Barwon will do? 

  AFL Barwon will issue tickets for eachindividual team or group participating in the Bellarine Football Netball League and Geelong Football Netball League finals on the email address that the club has created to use.  

  Tickets are only valid for the day on which that team is competing – so tickets MUST be distributed to the correct teams. 

  Tickets will be allocated to clubs on their nominated INTIX account, no later than 12pm on the Tuesday prior to matches. 

   

  What do clubs have to do? 

  Each club is required to setup an INTIX Account (https://www.INTIX.com.au/) for all tickets to be issued throughout the finals. A separate Football and Netball account is permitted. 

  Accounts must be setup by the following dates: 

  • Bellarine Football Netball League Clubs – 5pm, Sunday 17th August  

  • Geelong Football Netball League Finals - 9am, Wednesday 27th August 

  The club is required submit the registered email address to this form:2025 REGISTERED EMAIL LINK. Tickets cannot be issued to the clubs until this account is setup. 

  Once tickets are issued, clubs will be able to access these on their INTIX account in two ways. 

  Download the INTIX App, log in and select tickets icon to view tickets, view barcode (swipe left if purchased more than one ticket to see all) 

  OR 

  log into INTIX.com.au, select My Account, My Tickets, select the ticket. 

  If you are logging in on a phone, the ticket QR code will appear. 

  If you are logging in on computer, you will be able to print or download your ticket(s). 

   

  FAQ’S 

  Why can’t these tickets be emailed to Club’s directly? 

  An INTIX Account must be created as we have been advised that there are significant issues in emailing more than 8 tickets. 

   

  Can Players or Officials enter the venue without an INTIX ticket? 

  All players and officials will need to provide their ticket to be scanned at the gate to enter.  

  If a ticket is not provided upon arrival, they will need to purchase a ticket at the gate to enter. 

  Tickets need to be for the appropriate day, otherwise will not grant access – please ensure you are distributing the correct tickets to the appropriate team. 

   

  How many tickets are we issued per team? 

  Ticket allocations for each team or group per day will be as follows: 

  Under 18 Football – 30 

  Reserves Football – 30 

  Senior Football – 35 

  Junior Netball – 15 

  Senior Netball – 15 

   

  Are there any discounts for Junior Netball Players? 

  All Junior Netball players will be allocated One (1) complimentary adult admission with all junior player’s (13&U, 15&U, & 17&U) allocated admission ticket.  

  For this offer to be valid, the junior player and adult must proceed through the admission gate at the same time - There will be no substitutes or alternatives to this process. 

   

  Can Clubs purchase additional admission tickets prior to the event? 

  It is highly encouraged – All Bellarine Football Netball League and Geelong Football Netball League finals will have the option for patrons to pre purchase tickets. This could be a great way to fast-track entry into the venues. 

  All AFL Barwon finals events can be found athttps://www.INTIX.com.au/org/afl-barwon  

   

  Will there be other methods available at the gate to enter the finals venues on the day? 

  Patrons will be able to purchase a ticket at the gate with cash and EFTPOS facilities available. 

   

  Support 

  Clubs can receive support for the AFL Barwon Finals Series ticketing process by contactingThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  or you can contactINTIX Support for Account issues. 

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  Dogs are NOT permitted at BFNL or GFNL Finals

  A reminder to all clubs that dogs and pets are NOT permitted at any Bellarine FNL or Geelong FNL Finals venues. For the comfort and safety of all spectators and participants, please ensure you leave your pets at home.

  As per the conditions of entry, patrons arriving with dogs or pets will be turned away at the gates.
  Only assistance or guide dogs will be permitted entry.

  We kindly ask that clubs ensure their members are aware of this requirement ahead of the finals.

• BFNL & GFNL Finals Conditions of Entry (General Public)

  • Everyone must pay the admission fee to enter the venue. 
  • Local council by–laws forbid taking alcohol into public reserves.
  • It is a condition of Entry that vehicles be inspected for illegal entry of alcohol.  
  • Failure to comply with this request will result in the vehicle not being permitted to enter the reserve.
  • Alcohol is not to be consumed before 12pm in line with liquor licensing requirements. 
  • No glass is permitted at the venue.
  • Any alcohol detected entering any venue will be confiscated and will not be returned to the patron.
  • Utilities or trucks with couches or lounge chairs on the back will not be permitted entry.
  • No Pets are allowed to enter the venue. Assistance or guide dogs are permitted.
  • Re-entry via pass-out stamp only.

• Grinter Reserve Mud Map

  Please see the below map in relation to this weekends finals matches at Grinter Reserve.

  View Map here

• West Oval Mud Map

  Please see the below map in relation to this weekends finals matches at West Oval.

  View Map here

General Updates

Key Updates

• AFLB TV Live Stream & Broadcast Schedule

  BFNL

  Senior Football

  13/9/25 - Geelong Amateur vs Anglesea - 2:00pm

  A Grade Netball

  13/9/25 - Geelong Amateur vs Ocean Grove - 3:15pm

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  GFNL

  Senior Football

  13/9/25 - St Joseph's vs Colac - 2:10pm (K rock)

  14/9/25 - Newtown & Chilwell vs St Mary's - 2:10pm (K rock)

  A Grade Netball

  13/9/25 - Newtown & Chilwell  vs St Joseph's - 2:30pm

  14/9/25 - South Barwon vs Geelong West Giants - 2:30pm

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  CDFNL

  Senior Football

  13/9/25 - Colac Imperials vs Lorne - 2:00pm

  Watch here

• 2025 Presentation Nights

  Invitations have been sent clubs for some of the upcoming presentation events. Please see the below link to the 2025 Finals Hub for all the event dates. 

  RSVP FORM

• BFNL & GFNL Life Membership Nominations

  We are seeking nominations from clubs for BFNL & GFNL Life Membership.

  The criteria for nomination for Geelong FNL or Bellarine FNL Life Membership are that the nominee must have:

  • held the position of Football Club President, Secretary or Treasurer with 10 years accumulated service in any of the three roles. This would also include service for a continuous period in a combination of any of the three positions or
  • provided 15 years continuous service directly for either league or
  • held the position of chairperson of Netball section of a Club serving for 10 continuous years
  • and offered the service voluntarily

  To nominate, please fill in the below form. 

  Nominate Here

• AFL Barwon Service Awards Nominations

  We are seeking nominations for AFL Barwon Service Awards.

  The criteria for nomination for AFL Barwon Service Awards are that the nominee must have:

  • acted as a Club personnel with 15 years or more continuous service with their Club or
  • provided 10 years continuous service to AFL Barwon or
  • provided service where a remuneration was provided from AFL Barwon or
  • provided 10 years continuous service in non-chairperson positions (ie: Tribunal Member) or
  • been a player with 300 games at senior level for football or netball at an affiliated AFL Barwon Club.

  Nominate Here

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  AFL Nines

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Local Scoreboards

Beyond the Boundary Podcast

Times Footy

• Regional Scores
• Regional Teams
• The Warm Up on Podcast

Club Development

• 2025 Toyota AFL National Volunteer of the Year Winners

  Australia’s grassroots heroes have been honoured, with the 2025 Toyota AFL National Volunteer of the Year Awards celebrating the tireless legends who power local footy clubs and leagues across the country.

  Victoria had the highest number of winners out of all the states and territories with winners in four categories.

  Click here to read the full article

• Get Active Kids Vouchers - Club registration

  Registrations are now open for sporting clubs and organisations to become a Get Active Kids Activity Provider ahead of round 9 of the Get Active Kids Voucher Program, opening in October clubs and sporting organisations can register as a provider, which allows families to sign up their kids by used the voucher up front and reducing out-of-pocket expenses.

  More Information found here

• Volunteering In-Focus: Make it easy to get involved - Webinar from ASC

  Discover how to create a positive, engaging experience for sport volunteers through the Sport Volunteer Experience Framework. Good for: Club leaders, volunteer coordinators or anyone involved in driving community sport participation.

  Date: 22nd September.

  Time: 1-2pm. 

  Register here

• Local Sports Infrastructure Fund

  The Victorian State Government has recently announced the opening of their Local Sports Infrastructure Fund for 2025/26. 

  This program has 3 funding streams available for funding each with a different maximum grant amounts available.

  • Community Facilities
  • Lighting
  • Planning

  As per any Sport and Recreation Victoria Facilities grant, only LGA's are eligible to apply, with applications closing at 5pm, 2 December, 2025.

  Can I encourage you to reach out to their Local council contact to discuss any projects that fit the criteria.

  Our recommendation is that these discussions should occur sooner rather than later, as most LGA's will formalise a list to present to Sport and Recreation Victoria prior to starting any applications.

  Any queries regarding these articles can be directed to Tim Secombe – AFL Barwon Club Development Lead – This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 0417665173.

  More Details

• AFL Victoria Coaches Forum

  The 2026 AFL Victoria Coaches Forum is set for - Sat 28 February and Sun 1 March 2026 at the MCG. Designed to elevate coaching skills and knowledge for all coaching levels. We encourage you to share this among your communities with registrations open now!

  For more information Click https://play.afl/victoria/coaching-forum 

  Access the registration link https://form.jotform.com/251521512092042

• Australian Sports Commission - Supporting Others Video Series

  The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) has created a video series designed to empower volunteers and paid staff to provide on the job developmental support to others. This is one way to support volunteer recruitment by upskilling existing volunteers to sell the developmental opportunities that come with volunteering at a local footy club. Click here Supporting others

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  Female Coaching Opportunities

  AFL Barwon/AFL Victoria are excited to present an opportunity for existing (Female) Women & Girls coaches who are eager to enhance their skills and advance in their coaching careers. Introducing the Female Coaching Academywhich focuses on creating quality coaching environments, coaching at training/game and an opportunity to attend an open training session with local talent league coaches. 

  Details are found below.

  AFL Barwon - Women & Girls Coaching Academy

  Elevate Coaching Course (Level 2)

  Venue: AFLB HQ at Highton Reserve

  Date: Sunday, 9 November 2025

  Time: 9:30am - 4:00pm – Three workshops combined in the one day.

  Cost: FREE

  At this stage we are seeking expressions of interest to ensure we have the required participants to run this workshop. Please consider this wonderful coach development opportunity by completing the below link to register your interest.

   

  RSVP FORM

Football

Resource Links

• 2025 Junior Footy Match Guide
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• Football Order Form

Netball

BFNL & GFNL Netball

• BFNL Finals Information 2025

  Scorers Roster

  Please find attached the scorer’s roster for this weekend. Please confirm the names of your scorers by COB Wednesday. 

  If there are members from any club who may be interested in filling a spot should a club not be able to fill their duty, please email me ASAP.

  Proceedings – Prior to games

  • 5 minutes prior to each game, teams and umpires will line up for game announcements
  • The toss and nail checks will be completed prior to this for ALL GAMES (except A Grade)
  • Game announcements and national anthem will take place

  A Grade Proceedings

  • Nail checks will occur prior to game announcements.
  • As above, players will be called to line up 10 minutes prior to game time in starting line-up order.
  • Game will be announced, then captains called forward for the toss.
  • Anthem will be sung, and games will commence.

  Presentations

  • Presentations will take place immediately following each game. The podium is situated outside of the court area beside the netball pavilion (see map).
  • For the 17&U division 2 presentations, these will take place after the commencementof E Grade.
  • Please ensure your teams move promptly to the presentation area
  • Best on Court will be awarded for each game, as determined by the umpires.
  • Only winning teams will receive medals (no runner up medals).

  To ensure the day runs as smoothly as possible, please ensure all paperwork is supplied to the office with sufficient time before each game.

  As in previous weeks, umpires will bring match balls and scoreboards to the courts. Line ups are still required in PlayHQ by midday Wednesday with starting positions finalised by 6pm Friday.

  Any changes post this time must be emailed and triple checked at the office on game day.

  TICKETS WILL BE ISSUED BY TUESDAY EVENING.

   

  Parking

  As per last week, 1 car parking ticket per participating club will be issued.

  If you wish to drop off strapping tables/equipment on Friday, please let me know and we can coordinate this.

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• GFNL Finals Information 2025

  I hope you are all well and looking forward to the final round of Home and Away!

  Please find attached a finals information document which includes details in relation to the Finals series.

  I have also recorded a video for you all, talking through this detail – see email.

  GFNL Finals Information 2025

• Starting Positions

  While team selections will still be required by Wednesday of each week to enable us to type up position tracking sheets with qualified players, starting positions will be required to be selected in PlayHQ by 6pm the day before match day.

  Again – if there are changes to this post this time, this can be communicated at the competition office.

  All teams will still be required to ‘check in’ at the competition office, to run their names over their lists, and ensure all players are listed. 

  From there, umpires will bring the paperwork to the score bench, for the independent scorer and check scorers.

• Ticketing Information

  All clubs would have received an email in relation to nominating their INTIX account for tickets to be distributed to. Thank you to those of you who have completed this step.

   Tickets will be issued early in the week for distribution amongst your members. Please ensure you give tickets to the correct teams for the correct days – Sunday tickets will not gain access for Saturdays and vice versa.

  2025 AFL Barwon Finals Ticketing Process

Junior Netball

• Kempe Junior Netball Finals Series

  The fixture for Friday 12^th September Grand Finals has now been published on PlayHQ.

  Below is the link to access the fixture:

  https://www.playhq.com/netball-australia/org/afl-barwon-fnl/afl-barwon-fnl-winter-2025/bd60ba2d?day=FRIDAY

  All games will be played at Kardinia Parkwith the following timeslots

  • 5:00pm
  • 6:10pm
  • 7:20pm

  Fixture Link

• Uniform Reminders

  A reminder as we approach finals that the correct uniform must be worn to take the court.

• Summer Competition

  Player membership: Players registering to compete in our 2025/26 summer competition will be required to purchase a 2026 NVA/Netball Connect membership. 

  The registration link for 2025/26 Summer Competition can be found below: Team entries are due C.O.B Monday 15^thSeptember

  Registration Link

• 2026 Representative Coach Applications

  Coaching applications are now live AFL Barwon’s 2026 Representative Netball program. Please see the link below to submit your interest.

  Register your EOI

• 2026 Representative Program Information

  AFL Barwon are pleased to announce the trial dates for our 2026 Representative program

  The trials will be held at Kardinia Park on the following dates:

  • Sunday 12 October
  • Sunday 19 October
  • Sunday 26 October

  Criteria:

  In an attempt to improve the overall trial process and experience for all participants, trials will be open exclusively to players who competed in Division 1 or Division 2 teams throughout the season in either the BFNL or GFNL competitions.

  This approach ensures a higher standard of competition during trials, helping selectors make more accurate assessments

  By focusing on Division 1 and 2 athletes, we aim to create a more streamlined, competitive, and rewarding environment that reflects the intensity and demands of representative-level play.

  To be eligible to trial, players must have played in a minimum of 4 games across the season

  Exception:

  11&U players moving up into 13&U

  Players from Surf Coast Suns FNC and Armstrong Creek FNC 

  Age group eligibility are as follows:

  13&U- born in 2012 & 2013

  15&U- born in 20120 & 2011

  17&U- born in 2009 & 2009

  The link to register for trials can be found below.

  Any questions please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  Register Here

CDFNL Netball

• CDFNL Finals Information

  Game Times and Fixture

  This can be found published on PlayHQ via the following link: CDFNL Fixtures

   Team Entry

  A reminder that teams MUST BE SELECTED BY 12pm Wednesday to enable us to type up position tracking sheets for the weekend. PLEASE ensure this is completed to support us in preparing for the weekend’s schedule.

  Bench Personnel

  Each team who will be playing in finals must submit their bench officials. Thanks to those of you who have completed this step.

  These can be submitted via the following form: https://forms.gle/ZDuGiVNJGCDUqz7j9Skip any teams for which you do not need to submit officials for. 

  Change Rooms

  Mobile phone usage is not permitted in change rooms under any circumstances.

  Child Safety Supervisors must be nominated for each team which has a junior competing within it – this applies to all junior teams, and senior teams with juniors participating

  STRAPPING AND MASSAGE TABLES will not be permitted in the rooms – a separate area will be delegated for this.

  Please be aware of your club’s child safety policies and legal obligations in this space.

• CDFNL Finals & Grand Final Conditions of Entry

  • Everyone must pay the admission Fee. 
  • Local council by-laws forbid taking ALCOHOL into public reserves. 
  • It is a condition of Entry that bags & vehicles be inspected for illegal entry of alcohol.    
  • Failure to comply with this request will result in the vehicle not being permitted to enter the reserve. 
  • ALCOHOL is not to be consumed before 12 pm. 
  • No Glass allowed. 
  • Any alcohol detected entering any venue will be confiscated and will NOT be returned to the patron 
  • Utilities or trucks with couches or lounge chairs on the back will not be permitted entry. 
  • No Dogs Allowed
  • Re-entry by pass-out stamp only

Netball Umpiring

• Beginner Umpire Training Sessions

  These training sessions are to provide individuals with the opportunity to take part in an education component discussing the basic netball rules, before getting out on court to have a go at umpiring in a non-competitive environment with court side support from our mentors in the program.  

  Participating in these sessions is one of the pre-requisites for all umpires prior to starting their umpiring journey within AFL Barwon competitions.  

  Tuesday 16^th September 
  4:30pm – 6pm
  Kardinia Park 
  

  Register Here

• 2025-26 Summer Season Expression of Interest (Tuesdays & Fridays)

  Season starts Friday 10 October

  Must have completed the Foundation Umpires Education Course, Rules of Theory Netball Exam and participated in an AFL Barwon Beginner Training Session. 
   
  You will receive an email with further instructions to complete prior to competition starting. 
  

  Register Here

• Midweek Mentors Expression of Interest (Tuesdays & Fridays)

  We are looking for umpire mentors to assist with the development of umpires through our midweek and Saturday competitions. If you have experience in umpiring and are keen to share your knowledge to others then it would be great to hear from you.
  
  You will receive an email to confirm your role as a mentor at the end of September and will be required to sign a document outlining roles and expectations if you did mentor during the winter season. 
  
  If this sounds like you, please complete the below expression of interest.
  

  Register Here

• Saturday Umpire Rosters -Umpire coordinators please send remaining rosters through

  Umpire Coordinators were asked at the start of the season to send through their rosters prior to or after each round had concluded. Collecting this information is to assist in best supporting umpire coordinators, the umpires and the mentors when visiting clubs and planning for 2026.
  
  Thank you to the few clubs that have been sending through their umpire rosters weekly.

Resource Links

• Netball Resources
• Match Day Operations Manual
• 11 & Under Fixture
• All-Abilities Fixture
• Friday Night Fixture

Club Noticeboard

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  VACANCY | Newcomb Senior Netball Coach

  Newcomb

  Read Here

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  VACANCY | APOLLO BAY SENIOR COACHING OPPORTUNITY

  Apollo Bay

  Read Here

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  Vacancy | Modewarre Netball Coaches

  Modewarre

  Read Here

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  Vacancy | Newcomb Senior Football Director

  Newcomb

  Read here

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  Vacancy | St Albans A Grade Netball Coach

  St Albans

  Read Here

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  Vacancy | Geelong West Giants Senior Coach

  Geelong West Giants

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  VACANCY | PORTARLINGTON FITNESS COORDINATORS

  PORTARLINGTON

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  Blood Toyota GFNL Grand Final Ticket Prices

  Purchase Here

• Finals Ticketing Information

  As per last season, AFL Barwon will be proceeding with a ticketing for the Geelong Football Netball League Finals Series. 

  For the 2025 Finals Series, all participating Clubs will be issued with electronic tickets foreach day of the finals where they have teams participating.  

  Tickets will then need to be passed onto players and officials to be scanned at the entry gate for each day of the finals. 
   

  What AFL Barwon will do? 

  AFL Barwon will issue tickets for eachindividual team or group participating in the Geelong Football Netball League finals on the email address that the club has created to use. 

  Tickets are only valid for the day on which that team is competing – so tickets MUST be distributed to the correct teams. 

  Tickets will be allocated to clubs on their nominated INTIX account, no later than 12pm on the Tuesday prior to matches. 

   

  What do clubs have to do? 

  Each club is required to setup an INTIX Account (https://www.INTIX.com.au/) for all tickets to be issued throughout the finals. A separate Football and Netball account is permitted. 

  The club is required submit the registered email address to this form:2025 REGISTERED EMAIL LINK. Tickets cannot be issued to the clubs until this account is setup. 

  Once tickets are issued, clubs will be able to access these on their INTIX account in two ways. 

  Download the INTIX App, log in and select tickets icon to view tickets, view barcode (swipe left if purchased more than one ticket to see all) 

  OR 

  log into INTIX.com.au, select My Account, My Tickets, select the ticket. 

  If you are logging in on a phone, the ticket QR code will appear. 

  If you are logging in on computer, you will be able to print or download your ticket(s). 

   

  FAQ’S 

  Why can’t these tickets be emailed to Club’s directly? 

  An INTIX Account must be created as we have been advised that there are significant issues in emailing more than 8 tickets. 

   

  Can Players or Officials enter the venue without an INTIX ticket? 

  All players and officials will need to provide their ticket to be scanned at the gate to enter.  

  If a ticket is not provided upon arrival, they will need to purchase a ticket at the gate to enter. 

  Tickets need to be for the appropriate day, otherwise will not grant access – please ensure you are distributing the correct tickets to the appropriate team. 

   

  How many tickets are we issued per team? 

  Ticket allocations for each team or group per day will be as follows: 

  Under 18 Football – 30 

  Reserves Football – 30 

  Senior Football – 35 

  Junior Netball – 15 

  Senior Netball – 15 

   

  Are there any discounts for Junior Netball Players? 

  All Junior Netball players will be allocated One (1) complimentary adult admission with all junior player’s (13&U, 15&U, & 17&U) allocated admission ticket.  

  For this offer to be valid, the junior player and adult must proceed through the admission gate at the same time - There will be no substitutes or alternatives to this process. 

   

  Can Clubs purchase additional admission tickets prior to the event? 

  It is highly encouraged – All Geelong Football Netball League finals will have the option for patrons to pre purchase tickets. This could be a great way to fast-track entry into the venues. 

  All AFL Barwon finals events can be found athttps://www.INTIX.com.au/org/afl-barwon  

   

  Will there be other methods available at the gate to enter the finals venues on the day? 

  Patrons will be able to purchase a ticket at the gate with cash and EFTPOS facilities available. 

   

  Support 

  Clubs can receive support for the AFL Barwon Finals Series ticketing process by contactingThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  or you can contactINTIX Support for Account issues. 

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  Dogs are NOT permitted at GFNL Finals

  A reminder to all clubs that dogs and pets are NOT permitted at any Geelong FNL Finals venues. For the comfort and safety of all spectators and participants, please ensure you leave your pets at home.

  As per the conditions of entry, patrons arriving with dogs or pets will be turned away at the gates.
  Only assistance or guide dogs will be permitted entry.

  We kindly ask that clubs ensure their members are aware of this requirement ahead of the finals.

• GFNL Finals Conditions of Entry (General Public)

  • Everyone must pay the admission fee to enter the venue. 
  • Local council by–laws forbid taking alcohol into public reserves.
  • It is a condition of Entry that vehicles be inspected for illegal entry of alcohol.  
  • Failure to comply with this request will result in the vehicle not being permitted to enter the reserve.
  • Alcohol is not to be consumed before 12pm in line with liquor licensing requirements. 
  • No glass is permitted at the venue.
  • Any alcohol detected entering any venue will be confiscated and will not be returned to the patron.
  • Utilities or trucks with couches or lounge chairs on the back will not be permitted entry.
  • No Pets are allowed to enter the venue. Assistance or guide dogs are permitted.
  • Re-entry via pass-out stamp only.

• West Oval Mud Map

  Please see the below map in relation to this weekends finals matches at West Oval.

  View Map here

General Updates

Key Updates

• 

  AFL Nines

  Register Here

• AFLB TV Live Stream & Broadcast Schedule

  GFNL

  Senior Football

  20/9/25 - Colac vs St Mary's - 2:10pm (K rock)

  A Grade Netball

  20/9/25 - Newtown & Chilwell  vs Geelong West Giants - 2:30pm

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  CDFNL

  Senior Football

  20/9/25 - Alvie vs Colac Imperials - 2:15pm

  Watch here

• 2025 Presentation Nights

  Invitations have been sent clubs for some of the upcoming presentation events. Please see the below link to the 2025 Finals Hub for all the event dates. 

  RSVP FORM

• BFNL & GFNL Life Membership Nominations

  We are seeking nominations from clubs for BFNL & GFNL Life Membership.

  The criteria for nomination for Geelong FNL or Bellarine FNL Life Membership are that the nominee must have:

  • held the position of Football Club President, Secretary or Treasurer with 10 years accumulated service in any of the three roles. This would also include service for a continuous period in a combination of any of the three positions or
  • provided 15 years continuous service directly for either league or
  • held the position of chairperson of Netball section of a Club serving for 10 continuous years
  • and offered the service voluntarily

  To nominate, please fill in the below form. 

  Nominate Here

• AFL Barwon Service Awards Nominations

  We are seeking nominations for AFL Barwon Service Awards.

  The criteria for nomination for AFL Barwon Service Awards are that the nominee must have:

  • acted as a Club personnel with 15 years or more continuous service with their Club or
  • provided 10 years continuous service to AFL Barwon or
  • provided service where a remuneration was provided from AFL Barwon or
  • provided 10 years continuous service in non-chairperson positions (ie: Tribunal Member) or
  • been a player with 300 games at senior level for football or netball at an affiliated AFL Barwon Club.

  Nominate Here

• 2026 Flyers Development Program Registration

  Please click on the below link to register for the 2026 Flyers Development Program.

  RSVP FORM

Club Development

• FREE Webinar: Managing a Community Level Sport Complaint

  Perfect for club volunteers and local sport leaders, this session will help you respond fairly, consistently, and in a way that keeps your community safe and respectful.

  Date: Tue 7 Oct. Time: 7:30pm.

  Click here to register

• Get Active Kids Vouchers - Club registration

  Registrations are now open for sporting clubs and organisations to become a Get Active Kids Activity Provider ahead of round 9 of the Get Active Kids Voucher Program, opening in October clubs and sporting organisations can register as a provider, which allows families to sign up their kids by used the voucher up front and reducing out-of-pocket expenses.

  More Information found here

• Volunteering In-Focus: Make it easy to get involved - Webinar from ASC

  Discover how to create a positive, engaging experience for sport volunteers through the Sport Volunteer Experience Framework. Good for: Club leaders, volunteer coordinators or anyone involved in driving community sport participation.

  Date: 22nd September.

  Time: 1-2pm. 

  Register here

• Local Sports Infrastructure Fund

  The Victorian State Government has recently announced the opening of their Local Sports Infrastructure Fund for 2025/26. 

  This program has 3 funding streams available for funding each with a different maximum grant amounts available.

  • Community Facilities
  • Lighting
  • Planning

  As per any Sport and Recreation Victoria Facilities grant, only LGA's are eligible to apply, with applications closing at 5pm, 2 December, 2025.

  Can I encourage you to reach out to their Local council contact to discuss any projects that fit the criteria.

  Our recommendation is that these discussions should occur sooner rather than later, as most LGA's will formalise a list to present to Sport and Recreation Victoria prior to starting any applications.

  Any queries regarding these articles can be directed to Tim Secombe – AFL Barwon Club Development Lead – This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 0417665173.

  More Details

• Australian Sports Commission - Supporting Others Video Series

  The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) has created a video series designed to empower volunteers and paid staff to provide on the job developmental support to others. This is one way to support volunteer recruitment by upskilling existing volunteers to sell the developmental opportunities that come with volunteering at a local footy club. Click here Supporting others

• Coaching Update

  AFL Barwon/AFL Victoria are excited to present an opportunity for existing (Female) Women & Girls coaches who are eager to enhance their skills and advance in their coaching careers. Introducing the Female Coaching Academywhich focuses on creating quality coaching environments, coaching at training/game and an opportunity to attend an open training session with local talent league coaches.

   Details are found below.

  AFL Barwon - Women & Girls Coaching Academy

  Elevate Coaching Course (Level 2)

  Venue: AFLB HQ at Highton Reserve

  Date: Sunday, 9 November 2025

  Time: 9:30am - 4:00pm – Three workshops combined in the one day.

  Cost: FREE 

  At this stage we are seeking expressions of interest to ensure we have the required participants to run this workshop. Please consider this wonderful coach development opportunity by completing the below link to register your interest.

  Register Here

Football

Resource Links

• 2025 Junior Footy Match Guide
• On-Field Vests & Apparel (loco)
• Football Order Form

Netball

BFNL & GFNL Netball

• GFNL Finals Information 2025

  Please find attached a finals information document which includes details in relation to the Finals series.

  I have also recorded a video for you all, talking through this detail – see email.

  GFNL Finals Information 2025

• Starting Positions

  While team selections will still be required by Wednesday of each week to enable us to type up position tracking sheets with qualified players, starting positions will be required to be selected in PlayHQ by 6pm the day before match day.

  Again – if there are changes to this post this time, this can be communicated at the competition office.

  All teams will still be required to ‘check in’ at the competition office, to run their names over their lists, and ensure all players are listed. 

  From there, umpires will bring the paperwork to the score bench, for the independent scorer and check scorers.

• Ticketing Information

  All clubs would have received an email in relation to nominating their INTIX account for tickets to be distributed to. Thank you to those of you who have completed this step.

  Tickets will be issued early in the week for distribution amongst your members. Please ensure you give tickets to the correct teams for the correct days – Sunday tickets will not gain access for Saturdays and vice versa.

  2025 AFL Barwon Finals Ticketing Process

Junior Netball

• 2026 Representative Coach Applications

  Coaching applications are now live AFL Barwon’s 2026 Representative Netball program. Please see the link below to submit your interest.

  Register your EOI

• 2026 Representative Program Information

  AFL Barwon are pleased to announce the trial dates for our 2026 Representative program

  The trials will be held at Kardinia Park on the following dates:

  • Sunday 12 October
  • Sunday 19 October
  • Sunday 26 October

  Criteria:

  In an attempt to improve the overall trial process and experience for all participants, trials will be open exclusively to players who competed in Division 1 or Division 2 teams throughout the season in either the BFNL or GFNL competitions.

  This approach ensures a higher standard of competition during trials, helping selectors make more accurate assessments

  By focusing on Division 1 and 2 athletes, we aim to create a more streamlined, competitive, and rewarding environment that reflects the intensity and demands of representative-level play.

  To be eligible to trial, players must have played in a minimum of 4 games across the season

  Exception:

  11&U players moving up into 13&U

  Players from Surf Coast Suns FNC and Armstrong Creek FNC 

  Age group eligibility are as follows:

  13&U- born in 2012 & 2013

  15&U- born in 20120 & 2011

  17&U- born in 2009 & 2009

  The link to register for trials can be found below.

  Any questions please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  Register Here

CDFNL Netball

• CDFNL Finals Information

  Game Times and Fixture

  This can be found published on PlayHQ via the following link: CDFNL Fixtures

   Team Entry

  A reminder that teams MUST BE SELECTED BY 12pm Wednesday to enable us to type up position tracking sheets for the weekend. PLEASE ensure this is completed to support us in preparing for the weekend’s schedule.

  Bench Personnel

  Each team who will be playing in finals must submit their bench officials. Thanks to those of you who have completed this step.

  These can be submitted via the following form: https://forms.gle/ZDuGiVNJGCDUqz7j9Skip any teams for which you do not need to submit officials for. 

  Change Rooms

  Mobile phone usage is not permitted in change rooms under any circumstances.

  Child Safety Supervisors must be nominated for each team which has a junior competing within it – this applies to all junior teams, and senior teams with juniors participating

  STRAPPING AND MASSAGE TABLES will not be permitted in the rooms – a separate area will be delegated for this.

  Please be aware of your club’s child safety policies and legal obligations in this space.

• CDFNL Grand Final Conditions of Entry

  • Everyone must pay the admission Fee. 
  • Local council by-laws forbid taking ALCOHOL into public reserves. 
  • It is a condition of Entry that bags & vehicles be inspected for illegal entry of alcohol.    
  • Failure to comply with this request will result in the vehicle not being permitted to enter the reserve. 
  • ALCOHOL is not to be consumed before 12 pm. 
  • No Glass allowed. 
  • Any alcohol detected entering any venue will be confiscated and will NOT be returned to the patron 
  • Utilities or trucks with couches or lounge chairs on the back will not be permitted entry. 
  • No Dogs Allowed
  • Re-entry by pass-out stamp only

Netball Umpiring

• 2025-26 Summer Season Expression of Interest (Tuesdays & Fridays)

  Season starts Friday 10 October

  Must have completed the Foundation Umpires Education Course, Rules of Theory Netball Exam and participated in an AFL Barwon Beginner Training Session. 
   
  You will receive an email with further instructions to complete prior to competition starting. 
  

  Register Here

• Midweek Mentors Expression of Interest (Tuesdays & Fridays)

  We are looking for umpire mentors to assist with the development of umpires through our midweek and Saturday competitions. If you have experience in umpiring and are keen to share your knowledge to others then it would be great to hear from you.
  
  You will receive an email to confirm your role as a mentor at the end of September and will be required to sign a document outlining roles and expectations if you did mentor during the winter season. 
  
  If this sounds like you, please complete the below expression of interest.
  

  Register Here

• Saturday Umpire Rosters -Umpire coordinators please send remaining rosters through

  Umpire Coordinators were asked at the start of the season to send through their rosters prior to or after each round had concluded. Collecting this information is to assist in best supporting umpire coordinators, the umpires and the mentors when visiting clubs and planning for 2026.
  
  Thank you to the few clubs that have been sending through their umpire rosters weekly.

Resource Links

• Netball Resources
• Match Day Operations Manual

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Bulletin Archive

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Football Umpire Appointments

Finals Updates

Key Information

• 

  Buy Pre-Sale Finals Tickets and Save!!

  Purchase Here

• Finals Ticketing Information

  As per last season, AFL Barwon will be proceeding with a ticketing for the Bellarine Football Netball League and Geelong Football Netball League Finals Series. 

  For the 2025 Finals Series, all participating Clubs will be issued with electronic tickets foreach day of the finals where they have teams participating.  

  Tickets will then need to be passed onto players and officials to be scanned at the entry gate for each day of the finals. 
   

  What AFL Barwon will do? 

  AFL Barwon will issue tickets for eachindividual team or group participating in the Bellarine Football Netball League and Geelong Football Netball League finals on the email address that the club has created to use.  

  Tickets are only valid for the day on which that team is competing – so tickets MUST be distributed to the correct teams. 

  Tickets will be allocated to clubs on their nominated INTIX account, no later than 12pm on the Tuesday prior to matches. 

   

  What do clubs have to do? 

  Each club is required to setup an INTIX Account (https://www.INTIX.com.au/) for all tickets to be issued throughout the finals. A separate Football and Netball account is permitted. 

  Accounts must be setup by the following dates: 

  • Bellarine Football Netball League Clubs – 5pm, Sunday 17th August  

  • Geelong Football Netball League Finals - 9am, Wednesday 27th August 

  The club is required submit the registered email address to this form:2025 REGISTERED EMAIL LINK. Tickets cannot be issued to the clubs until this account is setup. 

  Once tickets are issued, clubs will be able to access these on their INTIX account in two ways. 

  Download the INTIX App, log in and select tickets icon to view tickets, view barcode (swipe left if purchased more than one ticket to see all) 

  OR 

  log into INTIX.com.au, select My Account, My Tickets, select the ticket. 

  If you are logging in on a phone, the ticket QR code will appear. 

  If you are logging in on computer, you will be able to print or download your ticket(s). 

   

  FAQ’S 

  Why can’t these tickets be emailed to Club’s directly? 

  An INTIX Account must be created as we have been advised that there are significant issues in emailing more than 8 tickets. 

   

  Can Players or Officials enter the venue without an INTIX ticket? 

  All players and officials will need to provide their ticket to be scanned at the gate to enter.  

  If a ticket is not provided upon arrival, they will need to purchase a ticket at the gate to enter. 

  Tickets need to be for the appropriate day, otherwise will not grant access – please ensure you are distributing the correct tickets to the appropriate team. 

   

  How many tickets are we issued per team? 

  Ticket allocations for each team or group per day will be as follows: 

  Under 18 Football – 30 

  Reserves Football – 30 

  Senior Football – 35 

  Junior Netball – 15 

  Senior Netball – 15 

   

  Are there any discounts for Junior Netball Players? 

  All Junior Netball players will be allocated One (1) complimentary adult admission with all junior player’s (13&U, 15&U, & 17&U) allocated admission ticket.  

  For this offer to be valid, the junior player and adult must proceed through the admission gate at the same time - There will be no substitutes or alternatives to this process. 

   

  Can Clubs purchase additional admission tickets prior to the event? 

  It is highly encouraged – All Bellarine Football Netball League and Geelong Football Netball League finals will have the option for patrons to pre purchase tickets. This could be a great way to fast-track entry into the venues. 

  All AFL Barwon finals events can be found athttps://www.INTIX.com.au/org/afl-barwon  

   

  Will there be other methods available at the gate to enter the finals venues on the day? 

  Patrons will be able to purchase a ticket at the gate with cash and EFTPOS facilities available. 

   

  Support 

  Clubs can receive support for the AFL Barwon Finals Series ticketing process by contactingThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  or you can contactINTIX Support for Account issues. 

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  Dogs are NOT permitted at BFNL or GFNL Finals

  A reminder to all clubs that dogs and pets are NOT permitted at any Bellarine FNL or Geelong FNL Finals venues. For the comfort and safety of all spectators and participants, please ensure you leave your pets at home.

  As per the conditions of entry, patrons arriving with dogs or pets will be turned away at the gates.
  Only assistance or guide dogs will be permitted entry.

  We kindly ask that clubs ensure their members are aware of this requirement ahead of the finals.

• BFNL & GFNL Finals Conditions of Entry (General Public)

  • Everyone must pay the admission fee to enter the venue. 
  • Local council by–laws forbid taking alcohol into public reserves.
  • It is a condition of Entry that vehicles be inspected for illegal entry of alcohol.  
  • Failure to comply with this request will result in the vehicle not being permitted to enter the reserve.
  • Alcohol is not to be consumed before 12pm in line with liquor licensing requirements. 
  • No glass is permitted at the venue.
  • Any alcohol detected entering any venue will be confiscated and will not be returned to the patron.
  • Utilities or trucks with couches or lounge chairs on the back will not be permitted entry.
  • No Pets are allowed to enter the venue. Assistance or guide dogs are permitted.
  • Re-entry via pass-out stamp only.

• Grinter Reserve Mud Map

  Please see the below map in relation to this weekends finals matches at Grinter Reserve.

  View Map here

• West Oval Mud Map

  Please see the below map in relation to this weekends finals matches at West Oval.

  View Map here

Grand Final Fixtures

Kempe Football Finals Series Grand Final Fixtures

Under 14's

Saturday, September 6, 2025

• Division 1 Kempe Cup: Torquay Watson U14 vs St Mary’s Rogers U14 – Herne Hill (Drew Oval), 10:05 am

• Division 2 Uncle Buck’s Cup: St Joseph’s Black U14 vs Drysdale Fennell U14 – Herne Hill (Walker Oval), 10:50 am

• Division 5 Central Town & Country Pizza Cup: Torquay Bruce U14 vs Torquay Stone U14 – Herne Hill (Drew Oval), 8:15 am

• Division 5 South Athlete’s Foot Cup: Leopold Lions 2 U14 vs Barwon Heads U14 Boys McMahon – Herne Hill (Walker Oval), 9:00 am

Sunday, September 7, 2025

• Division 3 P&R Foods Cup: Newtown & Chilwell Harris U14 vs Surf Coast Suns Winki U14 – Herne Hill (Drew Oval), 9:00 am

• Division 4 Rookie Me Cup: Anglesea U14 vs Portarlington Red U14 – Herne Hill (Walker Oval), 10:05 am

• Division 5 North Athlete’s Foot Cup: Lara Gillett U14 vs South Barwon Boyle U14 – Herne Hill (Walker Oval), 8:15 am

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Under 16's

Saturday, September 6, 2025

• Division 1 Uncle Buck’s Cup: Torquay Dunstan U16 vs Newtown & Chilwell Morrisy U16 – Herne Hill (Drew Oval), 11:55 am

• Division 2 Kempe Cup: Lara Founds U16 vs Newtown & Chilwell Hall U16 – Herne Hill (Walker Oval), 12:40 pm

• Division 3 The Athlete’s Foot Cup: St Joseph’s Hill U16 vs Geelong Amateurs Parrot U16 – Herne Hill (Drew Oval), 2:00 pm

Sunday, September 7, 2025

• Division 4 Rookie Me Cup: Surf Coast Suns Birdrock U16 vs Inverleigh/Modewarre U16 – Herne Hill (Walker Oval), 11:55 am

• Division 5 Kempe Cup: St Joseph’s Jackman U16 vs Queenscliff/Newcomb Power Coutas U16 – Herne Hill (Drew Oval), 10:50 am

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Under 18 Div 4

Sunday, September 7, 2025

• Division 4 Times News Group Cup: Newcomb Power U18 vs Newtown & Chilwell 2 U18 – Herne Hill (Drew Oval), 12:55 pm

General Updates

Key Updates

• AFLB TV Live Stream Schedule

  BFNL

  Senior Football

  6/9/25 - Torquay vs Anglesea - 2:00pm

  A Grade Netball

  6/9/25 - Ocean Grove vs Torquay - 2:30pm

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  GFNL

  Senior Football

  6/9/25 - Newtown & Chilwell vs Colac - 2:10pm (K rock)

  7/9/25 - St Mary's vs Bell Park - 2:10pm (K rock)

  A Grade Netball

  6/9/25 - St Joseph's vs South Barwon - 2:30pm

  7/9/25 - Geelong West Giants vs St Mary's - 2:30pm

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  CDFNL

  Senior Football

  6/9/25 - Colac Imperials vs Alvie - 2:00pm

  7/9/25 - Lorne vs Irrewarra-Beeac - 2:00pm

  Watch here

• 2025 Presentation Nights

  Invitations have been sent clubs for some of the upcoming presentation events. Please see the below link to the 2025 Finals Hub for all the event dates. 

  RSVP FORM

• BFNL & GFNL Life Membership Nominations

  We are seeking nominations from clubs for BFNL & GFNL Life Membership.

  The criteria for nomination for Geelong FNL or Bellarine FNL Life Membership are that the nominee must have:

  • held the position of Football Club President, Secretary or Treasurer with 10 years accumulated service in any of the three roles. This would also include service for a continuous period in a combination of any of the three positions or
  • provided 15 years continuous service directly for either league or
  • held the position of chairperson of Netball section of a Club serving for 10 continuous years
  • and offered the service voluntarily

  To nominate, please fill in the below form. 

  Nominate Here

• AFL Barwon Service Awards Nominations

  We are seeking nominations for AFL Barwon Service Awards.

  The criteria for nomination for AFL Barwon Service Awards are that the nominee must have:

  • acted as a Club personnel with 15 years or more continuous service with their Club or
  • provided 10 years continuous service to AFL Barwon or
  • provided service where a remuneration was provided from AFL Barwon or
  • provided 10 years continuous service in non-chairperson positions (ie: Tribunal Member) or
  • been a player with 300 games at senior level for football or netball at an affiliated AFL Barwon Club.

  Nominate Here

• 

  AFL Nines

  Register Here

• 

  2025 Kempe Junior Female Football Vote Count Results

  Congratulations to all the junior players recognised at the Kempe Junior Female Football Vote Counts.

  Read More

• 

  Kempe Junior Football Vote Count Results

  Congratulations to all the junior players recognised at the Kempe Junior Football Vote Counts.

  Read More

Local Scoreboards

• BFNL Finals Week 2 Scoreboard
• GFNL Round 18 Scoreboard
• Beyond the Boundary Podcast

Times Footy

• Regional Scores
• Regional Teams
• The Warm Up on Podcast

Club Development

• AFL Victoria Coaches Forum

  The 2026 AFL Victoria Coaches Forum is set for - Sat 28 February and Sun 1 March 2026 at the MCG. Designed to elevate coaching skills and knowledge for all coaching levels. We encourage you to share this among your communities with registrations open now!

  For more information Click https://play.afl/victoria/coaching-forum 

  Access the registration link https://form.jotform.com/251521512092042

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  Female Coaching Opportunities

  AFL Barwon/AFL Victoria are excited to present an opportunity for existing (Female) Women & Girls coaches who are eager to enhance their skills and advance in their coaching careers. Introducing the Female Coaching Academywhich focuses on creating quality coaching environments, coaching at training/game and an opportunity to attend an open training session with local talent league coaches. 

  Details are found below.

  AFL Barwon - Women & Girls Coaching Academy

  Elevate Coaching Course (Level 2)

  Venue: AFLB HQ at Highton Reserve

  Date: Sunday, 9 November 2025

  Time: 9:30am - 4:00pm – Three workshops combined in the one day.

  Cost: FREE

  At this stage we are seeking expressions of interest to ensure we have the required participants to run this workshop. Please consider this wonderful coach development opportunity by completing the below link to register your interest.

   

  RSVP FORM

• Australian Sports Commission - Supporting Others Video Series

  The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) has created a video series designed to empower volunteers and paid staff to provide on the job developmental support to others. This is one way to support volunteer recruitment by upskilling existing volunteers to sell the developmental opportunities that come with volunteering at a local footy club. Click here Supporting others

Football

Resource Links

• 2025 Junior Footy Match Guide
• On-Field Vests & Apparel (loco)
• Football Order Form

Football Umpiring

Women's & Girl's "First Bounce" Umpire Program

AFL Victoria, together with our partnering umpiring groups, invites all WGG players, umpires, family, and friends to come and experience umpiring in a fun, supportive environment.

Program Highlights:

• Practical skills sessions

• Information on how to register as an umpire

• Opportunity to umpire AFLW Auskick grid games

• Whistles for all new participants

When & Where:

Drysdale Sports Precinct, Belchers Rd, Drysdale
Thursday 4, 11, & 18 September
6:00pm – 7:00pm

Come along, learn new skills, and be part of the game from a whole new perspective!

Netball

BFNL & GFNL Netball

• BFNL Finals Information 2025

  Click Here

• GFNL Finals Information 2025

  I hope you are all well and looking forward to the final round of Home and Away!

  Please find attached a finals information document which includes details in relation to the Finals series.

  I have also recorded a video for you all, talking through this detail – see email.

  GFNL Finals Information 2025

• Bench Officials – TEMPLATE AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD

  A spreadsheet will be sent to all clubs to complete, nominating who their team bench officials will be for the finals series. We understand many teams will have a stable bench, so needing to provide this each week is not always necessary.

  However, if there is a change to your submitted list – then no worries, please pop to the competition office, or email the AFL Barwon team through the week, and we can update this for you. Only those named on our lists will be permitted to sit on the bench.

  SPREADSHEET FOR DOWNLOAD HERE

  Due to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by Monday 18^th August.

  Starting Positions

  While team selections will still be required by Wednesday of each week to enable us to type up position tracking sheets with qualified players, starting positions/line ups will be required to be selected in PlayHQ by 6pm the day before match day.

  Again – if there are changes to this post this time, this can be communicated at the competition office.

  All teams will still be required to ‘check in’ at the competition office, to run their names over their lists, and ensure all players are listed. From there, umpires will bring the paperwork to the score bench, for the independent scorer and check scorers.

• Starting Positions

  While team selections will still be required by Wednesday of each week to enable us to type up position tracking sheets with qualified players, starting positions will be required to be selected in PlayHQ by 6pm the day before match day.

  Again – if there are changes to this post this time, this can be communicated at the competition office.

  All teams will still be required to ‘check in’ at the competition office, to run their names over their lists, and ensure all players are listed. 

  From there, umpires will bring the paperwork to the score bench, for the independent scorer and check scorers.

• Ticketing Information

  All clubs would have received an email in relation to nominating their INTIX account for tickets to be distributed to. Thank you to those of you who have completed this step.

   Tickets will be issued early in the week for distribution amongst your members. Please ensure you give tickets to the correct teams for the correct days – Sunday tickets will not gain access for Saturdays and vice versa.

  2025 AFL Barwon Finals Ticketing Process

• Keep an eye out for the Scorers Roster

  This will be distributed on Monday and will include your allocated independent scoring duties. We try to allocate these within a game or two of your club’s fixtures – but sometimes this isn’t possible due to the composition. 

   (Please remember that independent duties are separate to check scorer duties – you will require a check scorer for each participating team!)

• ACTION REQUIRED – Player Payment Reporting Information

  As the season draws to a close, it is now time for clubs to begin compiling their ACTUAL Player Payment Spend for the 2025 season. This reporting is due four weeks after your clubs final A Grade game.

  As was required at the start of season for your budgets, clubs must complete the ACTUALS SPREADSHEET (linked) reflecting all payments made to A Grade players. This is part of your compliance requirements under the Allowable Player Payments Policies.

  If you require support, please reach out to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  All resources, including the recording of the session at the beginning of the year, are available via the Netball Resources page on the AFL Barwon Website.

• Uniform Reminders

  Please be reminded that all players must be in correct uniform. Correct uniform includes:

  • Playing dress or approved alternate uniform
  • Netball shorts/briefs

  Socks (as nominated by your club – see page 181 ofAFL Barwon Handbook)

Junior Netball

• Kempe Junior Netball Finals Series

  The fixture for Friday 5^th September Preliminary Finals has now been published on PlayHQ.

  Below is the link to access the fixture:

  https://www.playhq.com/netball-australia/org/afl-barwon-fnl/afl-barwon-fnl-winter-2025/bd60ba2d?day=FRIDAY

  All games will be played at Kardinia Parkwith the following timeslots

  • 5:00pm
  • 6:10pm
  • 7:20pm

  Fixture Link

• Team Selection

  Team selection for all games is to be entered on PlayHQ by 12pm Wednesday. This is so AFL Barwon can pre-fill position tracking sheets for each team based on the team selection.

  Teams must use the position tracking sheets provided by AFL Barwon

  On game day, we kindly ask that a coach or team manager double check their team line up at the office. Any changes to the team list on game day will need to be signed off by an AFL Barwon official.

  No player should be handwritten on a scoresheet except by an AFL Barwon staff member.

• 11&U Certificates

  If any teams still need to collect their certificates, please reach out to Caitlyn at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

• Uniform Reminders

  A reminder as we approach finals that the correct uniform must be worn to take the court.

• Summer Competition

  Player membership: Players registering to compete in our 2025/26 summer competition will be required to purchase a 2026 NVA/Netball Connect membership. 

  The registration link for 2025/26 Summer Competition can be found below: Team entries are due C.O.B Monday 15^thSeptember

  Registration Link

• 2026 Representative Coach Applications

  Coaching applications are now live AFL Barwon’s 2026 Representative Netball program. Please see the link below to submit your interest.

  Register your EOI

• 2026 Representative Program Information

  AFL Barwon are pleased to announce the trial dates for our 2026 Representative program

  The trials will be held at Kardinia Park on the following dates:

  • Sunday 12 October
  • Sunday 19 October
  • Sunday 26 October

  Criteria:

  In an attempt to improve the overall trial process and experience for all participants, trials will be open exclusively to players who competed in Division 1 or Division 2 teams throughout the season in either the BFNL or GFNL competitions.

  This approach ensures a higher standard of competition during trials, helping selectors make more accurate assessments

  By focusing on Division 1 and 2 athletes, we aim to create a more streamlined, competitive, and rewarding environment that reflects the intensity and demands of representative-level play.

  To be eligible to trial, players must have played in a minimum of 4 games across the season

  Exception:

  11&U players moving up into 13&U

  Players from Surf Coast Suns FNC and Armstrong Creek FNC 

  Age group eligibility are as follows:

  13&U- born in 2012 & 2013

  15&U- born in 20120 & 2011

  17&U- born in 2009 & 2009

  The link to register for trials can be found below.

  Any questions please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  Register Here

CDFNL Netball

• CDFNL Finals Information

  Game Times and Fixture

  This can be found published on PlayHQ via the following link: CDFNL Fixtures

   Team Entry

  A reminder that teams MUST BE SELECTED BY 12pm Wednesday to enable us to type up position tracking sheets for the weekend. PLEASE ensure this is completed to support us in preparing for the weekend’s schedule.

  Bench Personnel

  Each team who will be playing in finals must submit their bench officials. Thanks to those of you who have completed this step.

  These can be submitted via the following form: https://forms.gle/ZDuGiVNJGCDUqz7j9Skip any teams for which you do not need to submit officials for. 

  Change Rooms

  Mobile phone usage is not permitted in change rooms under any circumstances.

  Child Safety Supervisors must be nominated for each team which has a junior competing within it – this applies to all junior teams, and senior teams with juniors participating

  STRAPPING AND MASSAGE TABLES will not be permitted in the rooms – a separate area will be delegated for this.

  Please be aware of your club’s child safety policies and legal obligations in this space.

• CDFNL Finals & Grand Final Conditions of Entry

  • Everyone must pay the admission Fee. 
  • Local council by-laws forbid taking ALCOHOL into public reserves. 
  • It is a condition of Entry that bags & vehicles be inspected for illegal entry of alcohol.    
  • Failure to comply with this request will result in the vehicle not being permitted to enter the reserve. 
  • ALCOHOL is not to be consumed before 12 pm. 
  • No Glass allowed. 
  • Any alcohol detected entering any venue will be confiscated and will NOT be returned to the patron 
  • Utilities or trucks with couches or lounge chairs on the back will not be permitted entry. 
  • No Dogs Allowed
  • Re-entry by pass-out stamp only

Netball Umpiring

• Junior Umpire Encouragement Award (BFNL & GFNL)

  The purpose of the award is to encourage, develop and support young trainee / badged umpires who are members of a Club affiliated with the Bellarine Football Netball League.

  Criteria:
  - Completion Foundation umpire course and the rules of netball theory exam prior to or during the year of the award.
  - The ability to umpire matches completely unsupervised.
  - Willingness to umpire as and when requested by their Club, to dress appropriately, and to act responsibly as an umpire.

  Please see the below links for to submit your nominations.

  BFNL:
  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1D7rusd1loBRu52rm0haevqdHVMRk5HOCjKIijz4AQ1Y/edit

  GFNL:
  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1dlGhI3dq1M7byrwTJsOJU2Bjio_JWkdcSwOCYf-WS78/edit

• Beginner Umpire Training Sessions

  These training sessions are to provide individuals with the opportunity to take part in an education component discussing the basic netball rules, before getting out on court to have a go at umpiring in a non-competitive environment with court side support from our mentors in the program.  

  Participating in these sessions is one of the pre-requisites for all umpires prior to starting their umpiring journey within AFL Barwon competitions.  

  Tuesday 16^th September 
  4:30pm – 6pm
  Kardinia Park 
  

  Register Here

• 2025-26 Summer Season Expression of Interest (Tuesdays & Fridays)

  Season starts Friday 10 October

  Must have completed the Foundation Umpires Education Course, Rules of Theory Netball Exam and participated in an AFL Barwon Beginner Training Session. 
   
  You will receive an email with further instructions to complete prior to competition starting. 
  

  Register Here

• Midweek Mentors Expression of Interest (Tuesdays & Fridays)

  We are looking for umpire mentors to assist with the development of umpires through our midweek and Saturday competitions. If you have experience in umpiring and are keen to share your knowledge to others then it would be great to hear from you.
  
  You will receive an email to confirm your role as a mentor at the end of September and will be required to sign a document outlining roles and expectations if you did mentor during the winter season. 
  
  If this sounds like you, please complete the below expression of interest.
  

  Register Here

• Saturday Umpire Rosters -Umpire coordinators please send remaining rosters through

  Umpire Coordinators were asked at the start of the season to send through their rosters prior to or after each round had concluded. Collecting this information is to assist in best supporting umpire coordinators, the umpires and the mentors when visiting clubs and planning for 2026.
  
  Thank you to the few clubs that have been sending through their umpire rosters weekly.

Resource Links

• Netball Resources
• Match Day Operations Manual
• 11 & Under Fixture
• All-Abilities Fixture
• Friday Night Fixture

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